AUTHOR: Tom Bell

Tom is the former host/producer of the Disneyland Edition podcast and is currently the co-host of the Connecting With Walt podcast, plus is also providing Disneyland content from the parks. He enjoys traveling with friends and spending time with family, including his son and grandson. In his spare time he volunteers with Scouts BSA and Cub Scouts, and helped found his son's former Cub Scout Pack. His favorite Disneyland attraction is Space Mountain.

Disneyland Resort Announces Sugarboo & Co. Coming to Downtown Disney

By Tom Bell | Published February 26, 2019

The Disneyland Resort has announced that Sugarboo & Co. will be opening soon on the west end of Downtown Disney! The family-owned boutique features art prints, home goods, paper products, handmade ceramics, candles, bath apothecary, stamped jewelry, and more. Owner artist Rebecca Puig, who also operates a store in Orlando at Disney Springs, started the … Disneyland Resort Announces Sugarboo & Co. Coming to Downtown Disney

Disney Shares More About Pools and Walkways Coming to Riviera Resort

By Tom Bell | Published February 22, 2019

With construction in full swing at Disney’s Riviera Resort, the Disney Parks Blog has shared even more information about the European-inspired pools and walkways coming to the Disney Vacation Club property. A quick look at the pools was included in one of the recent renderings, but now even more information is available. The feature pool … Disney Shares More About Pools and Walkways Coming to Riviera Resort

Fun Foods for February (and March) at the Magic Kingdom

By Tom Bell | Published February 21, 2019

The Magic Kingdom is the place to be for new and unique food items this time of year. Between Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration, Mardi Gras, and St. Patrick’s Day, there are plenty of fun treats to be had. Beginning February 24th, the park will be offering three brand new cones. The Hei Hei Cone … Fun Foods for February (and March) at the Magic Kingdom

Disneyland, Walt Disney World Share Their Best Bites for February 2019

By Tom Bell | Published February 21, 2019

Each month, the Disney Parks Blog share some Best Bites, highlighting what’s new and fun in food at Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort. The items aren’t always new, but they’re always delicious! Starting at the Disneyland Resort, several of the hotel restaurants have received updates over the last few weeks. Most recently, Tangaroa … Disneyland, Walt Disney World Share Their Best Bites for February 2019

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Earns Forbes Travel Guide Star Award

By Tom Bell | Published February 21, 2019

Forbes Travel Guide announced today that Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is among the properties on its 2019 Star Rating list. The Grand Californian is now a Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Hotel, and is the only hotel in Anaheim on the list. As they prepared the list, Forbes Travel Guide inspectors visited anonymously to … Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Earns Forbes Travel Guide Star Award

Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel is Adding Weekend Brunch

By Tom Bell | Published February 21, 2019

Beginning March 29th, the PCH Grill at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel will be expanding its character experience by adding Donald Duck’s Seaside Brunch on the weekends! Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast will continue until 11:00am during the week and 11:30am on the weekends, but the restaurant will switch over to a brunch menu beginning at 11:30am … Donald Duck’s Seaside Breakfast at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel is Adding Weekend Brunch

It’s Not the Size of the Castle: Closed for Renovation

By Tom Bell | Published February 20, 2019

Much has been discussed lately about the refurbishments happening at Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Park and, in fact, ALL of the closures and walls that are happening at the Disneyland Resort. While some guests think that their vacation may be “ruined” by the closures, my opinion is that these closures are helping make vacations … It’s Not the Size of the Castle: Closed for Renovation

Walt Disney World’s New 270-Acre Solar Facility is Now Online

By Tom Bell | Published February 20, 2019

A new solar facility built at Walt Disney World, in collaboration with the Reedy Creek Improvement District and Origis Energy USA, is now online and providing renewable clean energy to the resort. The 270-acre 50-megawatt facility should provide enough power annually to operate two theme parks, which will help The Walt Disney Company meet its … Walt Disney World’s New 270-Acre Solar Facility is Now Online

Disney California Adventure Shares a Peek at Merchandise for the 2019 Food & Wine Festival

By Tom Bell | Published February 20, 2019

The Disney California Adventure 2019 Food & Wine Festival will be starting soon and today Disney shared a sample of some of the merchandise that will be available during the event! This year’s festival begins March 1st and continues for eight weeks, through April 23rd! Minnie ear headband fans will love the new festival-inspired look. … Disney California Adventure Shares a Peek at Merchandise for the 2019 Food & Wine Festival

Merchandise Revealed for This Weekend’s Disney Princess Half Marathon

By Tom Bell | Published February 19, 2019

The 2019 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend is coming up at Walt Disney World and, as always, runDisney has created some new merchandise especially for the event! Look for merchandise celebrating each of the weekend’s events, including the Disney Princess 5K, Enchanted 10K, Half Marathon, and Disney Fairy Tale Challenge. Choose from a wide variety … Merchandise Revealed for This Weekend’s Disney Princess Half Marathon