2018 fall discount watch

[Mekelle]

When are the discounts typically released? I’m thinking this summer but they have not been great lately. Thoughts?

 

[Marionnette]

When are the discounts typically released? I’m thinking this summer but they have not been great lately. Thoughts?

Previous discounts and the dates they were announced
https://www.mousesavers.com/historical-information-on-walt-disney-world-resort-discounts/

And there's a code and discount subforum on the Resorts Board if you want to join others who are anxiously awaiting discounts for their fall trips.
https://www.disboards.com/forums/disney-discount-codes-and-rates.93/

And for *free* dining, there's an official thread on the Restaurant Board Dining Plan subforum
https://www.disboards.com/threads/official-2018-free-dining-plan-watch-wait-and-dream.3599732/

I would not expect *free* dining to be anything too great, if it is offered at all this year. Last year was a big disappointment for a lot of people (reduced availability, longer minimum stay, must buy minimum 2-day park hopper or park hopper plus tickets, only QSDP at the Moderates).

 

[Mekelle]

I’m not interested in the free Dining as much as room only discounts. I’ve looked at history but last year was different compared to past years.

 

[Marionnette]

I’m not interested in the free Dining as much as room only discounts. I’ve looked at history but last year was different compared to past years.

Expect last year's discounts to be the new normal. When the economy is good, Disney doesn't need to offer deep discounts to attract visitors. Room discounts are smaller. The number of rooms available under a discount are fewer and usually preferred rooms. The room discounts are being announced later and are effective for shorter time spans.

Follow the Rates and Discounts subforum. They usually have a heads up when it comes to possible room discounts on the horizon.