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Multi-Award-Winning Local Bakery Gideon’s Bakehouse to Open Location at Disney Springs

Like most people I know, I try to eat healthy the majority of the time but treat myself to occasional indulgences when they’re worth the splurge! One of my favorite places to find some sweet treats here in Orlando is Gideon’s Bakehouse, which is why I’m so excited to share this small, award-winning bakery is opening a new location in The Landing at Disney Springs!

Multi-Award-Winning Local Bakery Gideon’s Bakehouse to Open Location at Disney Springs Cookie from Gideon’s Bakehouse

Anticipating to open later this year, Gideon’s is best known for small-batch, handmade, almost half-pound cookies (yes, you read that right, half-pound) and cakes. Not only does their size make these cookies so special, Gideon’s brings its own spin to cookie flavors like Peanut Butter Crisp, Cookies & Cream and my absolute favorite, Pistachio Toffee Dark Chocolate.

“This opportunity is truly a dream come true and will allow us to flex all of our creative muscle in both desserts and décor. We’re passionate, inspired, and ready,” said Steve Lewis, owner and creator of Gideon’s Bakehouse.

Multi-Award-Winning Local Bakery Gideon’s Bakehouse to Open Location at Disney Springs Cookie from Gideon’s Bakehouse
Multi-Award-Winning Local Bakery Gideon’s Bakehouse to Open Location at Disney Springs Cookie from Gideon’s Bakehouse

Gideon’s plans to bring an expanded menu of cookie and cake slices to Disney Springs, plus add its own line of unique iced coffees, like the Original Peanut Butter Iced Coffee. Of course, guests can expect to find their favorite cookie flavors along with new and limited editions offered during special daily releases. The ever-popular Coffee Cake Cookie (previously only available one month a year) will be on sale every morning, with a Hot Cookie Hour each evening for those looking to cure a sweet tooth after dinner.

“We’re also excited to bring more cake flavors to our new location, offering never-before-seen creations like our special line of Double Frosted Cakes.” Steve said. “There are more than a few secrets we have up our sleeves that you’ll just have to wait to see. It’s not Gideon’s if it isn’t a little dark and mysterious.” We aim to even make the wait in line entertaining by immersing everyone in a transformative environment that will share our story as guests progress toward the counter.”

Multi-Award-Winning Local Bakery Gideon’s Bakehouse to Open Location at Disney Springs Cake from Gideon’s Bakehouse

Guests can also look forward to collectible art becoming a part of the product packaging at the new bakery, which will be located in The Landing across from Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar. The new Gideon’s location is being created with health-and-safety considerations in mind and its operation will model similar guidelines in use elsewhere in Disney Springs.

Keep an eye on the Disney Parks Blog for future updates. In the meantime, be sure to follow Gideon’s Bakehouse on Instagram at @gideonsbakehouse for drool-worthy desserts!

Multi-Award-Winning Local Bakery Gideon’s Bakehouse to Open Location at Disney Springs Cookie from Gideon’s Bakehouse

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Filed Under: Disney Dining, Disney Springs, Walt Disney World Resort, Dining, WDW

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First Steel Column Installed at Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia Land

First Steel Column Installed at Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia Land Zootopia Land

First Steel Column Installed at Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia Land!

Development of Judy and Nick’s new home in Shanghai Disneyland today reached an exciting milestone, as the first steel column of the Zootopia-themed land was installed – marking the commencement of vertical construction at Shanghai Disneyland’s newest themed land. In longstanding Disney tradition, prior to installation, this first steel column was signed by leaders and representatives from the resort, the Administrative Commission of Shanghai International Resort, Shanghai Shendi Group, and Walt Disney Imagineering, which is responsible for the design and development of the new themed land.

First Steel Column Installed at Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia Land

“Today’s Zootopia construction milestone brings us another step closer to the beloved Zootopia story and characters coming to life in Shanghai,” said Joe Schott, President and General Manager, Shanghai Disney Resort. “We are always looking for new ways to delight and entertain our guests here in Shanghai with unique Disney storytelling and magical experiences. The steel column installed today is an integral part of our new land which is sure to offer incredible adventures to our guests for years to come. We have every confidence in our continued success and we are looking forward to creating even more excitement and bringing many more unique Disney stories to our guests.”

First Steel Column Installed at Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia Land

Since the commencement of main construction on the Zootopia-themed land in December 2019, the land has already witnessed several important milestones, including the commencement and completion of piling work earlier this year, which strengthens the foundations of the buildings that will line the streets of the Zootopia-themed land. With piling work now complete, this latest update to the Zootopia-themed land’s construction story is an exciting sign that the new land is getting closer and closer to the day when guests from near and far can experience the global premiere.

First Steel Column Installed at Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia Land

As the first-ever Zootopia-themed land at any Disney park and the eighth themed land at Shanghai Disneyland, the new land upon completion guests will fully immerse themselves in the mammalian metropolis of Zootopia with new entertainment, merchandise, food, and beverage offerings and a new major attraction that seamlessly blends Disney’s storytelling and state of the art technologies to bring this fan-favorite movie and its characters to life.

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#DisneyMagicMoments: Hong Kong Disneyland Reopens Tomorrow! Let’s Celebrate with Food and Fun

In honor of Hong Kong Disneyland’s announcement that it will reopen tomorrow, we’re sharing not one…but TWO special treats today from the resort. First, let’s take a ride on one of the park’s most popular attractions, and then feast our eyes on some of the resort’s most sought-after dishes!

Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars debuted in 2012 as the signature attraction in an entire new land, Grizzly Gulch. Disney parks are famous for their “runaway” mine trains, and this attraction took thrills to the next level by adding new twists, including a section where you actually ride backward and experience an explosive launch out of a mine.

In this new “Ride & Learn” video for Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars, you’ll discover all sorts of fascinating facts as you hurtle around Grizzly Gulch. (Do you know the names of the three bears you meet while aboard the train? Well, you will now…)

And what better way to celebrate a fun trip on a runaway mine train than with a little bite to eat! In honor of the reopening of Hong Kong Disneyland, here’s a look at some mouth-watering Disney Dim Sum we know guests can’t wait to order again at the Crystal Lotus restaurant inside the Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel.

#DisneyMagicMoments: Hong Kong Disneyland Reopens Tomorrow! Let’s Celebrate with Food and Fun
#DisneyMagicMoments: Hong Kong Disneyland Reopens Tomorrow! Let’s Celebrate with Food and Fun
#DisneyMagicMoments: Hong Kong Disneyland Reopens Tomorrow! Let’s Celebrate with Food and Fun
#DisneyMagicMoments: Hong Kong Disneyland Reopens Tomorrow! Let’s Celebrate with Food and Fun

In this elegant restaurant, guests savor fine-dining specialties from Executive Sous Chef – Chinese Cuisine Shu Wah Leung. Disney Dim Sum resembles favorite Disney characters, as you can see here – a whimsical assortment available exclusively at Crystal Lotus. They’re a feast worthy of a special occasion, and we have one coming up tomorrow!

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Filed Under: Disney Dining, Hong Kong Disneyland

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Adventures by Disney Trips Canceled Through August

Adventures by Disney Trips Canceled Through August adventures by disney

Disney has announced that more Adventures by Disney trips have been suspended. All departures through August 31, 2020 have been canceled and guests are being notified via SeaMail messages from Adventures by Disney.

In light of this cancellation, impacted guests are being offered the choice of a future travel credit to be used for a 2020 or 2021 Adventures by Disney trip, or a full refund.

There are more than 35 Adventures by Disney trips available, with reimagined trips to Australia, Austria and Czech Republic, Spain, and Ecuador: Amazon and Galapagos Islands. In addition, in 2021 New Zealand, Portugal and Grand Europe: England, France & Italy will be added to the line-up of available destinations.

If you are interested in rescheduling your Adventures by Disney trip or would like to place your reservation on hold until you decide on a future Adventure, be sure to contact ABD.

If you don’t do anything with your reservation by Friday, July 31, 2020, it will be automatically canceled, and a refund will be issued back to the original form of payment.

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New Aulani Discount for this Summer and Fall

New Aulani Discount for this Summer and Fall Aulani Discount

Disney just released a new Aulani discount for this summer and fall! The longer you stay, the more you save with this special discount.

The special offer is valid for stays most nights August 1 through November 22 and November 28 through December 21, 2020, with check-out on December 22, 2020. Guests can book now through October 24, 2o20.

  • Save 35% on select rooms for stays of 5 or more consecutive nights
  • Save 30% on select rooms for stays of 4 consecutive nights
  • Save 25% on select rooms for stays of 3 consecutive nights

No matter how long you stay, you’ll enjoy a magical vacation that includes something for everyone: stunning pools, exhilarating water slides, a relaxing lazy river, an idyllic beach—and so much more!

This offer excludes suites and 3-Bedroom Grand Villas.

Important Details:

  • Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room and the same travel dates. Book from June 16, 2020 through October 24, 2020. Travel must be completed by December 22, 2020.
  • Not valid on suites and 3-Bedroom Grand Villas, or on previously booked rooms.
  • Advance reservations required.
  • Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited.
  • Excludes applicable fees and taxes.
  • Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and occupancy restrictions apply per room.
  • Additional charges apply if more than two (2) adults per hotel room; not applicable for Suites or Villas.
  • Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers.
  • Subject to restrictions and change without notice.
  • Select activities require additional fees.

Aulani is still closed and has not yet announced an official reopening date. Based on the details for this discount, Aulani will be open by August 1, 2020.

Will you be taking advantage of this special Aulani discount?

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