Couple of Newbie DDP Questions??

[THEJOEL]

I did a search but I didn't quite find what I was looking for...
My question is...How knowledgable are the CM when is comes to the DDP? Or are you pretty much on your own as far as what you are sopposed to get?
Also, how exactly does it work from the time you walk in the door to paying your tab?

 

[CajunMomof3]

We have done the DDP 3 times and the DxDp once (but will be doing it again in November). I have always had CM who knew all about it- whether at a TS, CS, or getting a snack anywhere. I personally haven't had any problems!

They ask you when you sit down (or when you check in) if you are on the DDP. From there, CMs usually guide through what you can get on your plan. They are pretty good about asking if you are familiar with the way the plan works or not.

 

[babyrich]

My experience is that the CMs are all aware of what you get when you are on the DDP and are very helpful with your questions.

You walk in, get seated, get a menu, the server usually asks if you are on the DDP, you give them your card (which is also your room key). You order your food. At the end of the meal you will get a "bill" showing what you would have owed if you paid OOP. If you ordered anything that is not on the plan, like alcohol, that will be separated showing what you actually owe.

You can tip in cash or put it on your card. Expected tip is based on what your meal would have cost paying OOP.

The bill also tells you how many TS meals, CS meals and snacks you have left. So it is easy to keep track

After your first day, you will be a pro.

 

[Krmrr]

I, too, have never found a CM who could not explain the plan, but be sure to ask if you have a concern. For example, some places let you get a milkshake or a smoothie for your drink, others do not. When your CM asks, "Do you know about the DP?"; they may assume you KNOW that you can get a milkshake if you answer yes. I find that a general answer like "I know about the DP, but is there anything about it special here." This may elicit a response like. If you choose the Chef's Special, you will get a free appetizer.

Enjoy

 

[Faldred]

My experience was not only that the CMs were well-versed in the plan, but that they seem to be trained to explain the plan's entitlements to each party. Doing DxDP for week, this actually got pretty tiresome to listen to at meal after meal...

 

[THEJOEL]

Thanks guys !!!!
Someone really needs to start a "DDP For DUmmies" thread to help all us Disney newbies out!