DVC Dining Plan

[patsal]

I just wanted to add that my credit card statement from my December vaction arrived in the mail on Saturday and I added up all the out of pocket expenses asscoiated withthe vacation, including souvineers (not many) and extra OOP food and drink the total was $125.00 ( I also brought about $200.00 in cash--but that was mostly used for tips to the bell services staff and Mousekeeping as well as tips to and from the airport, and extra cash tips left for servers.) The little trip was 5 nights and 6 days, with the DP and no kitchen since we were at a value resort. For us (family of four) it was wonderful to have everything paid for and come home to no bills at the end of the vacation. It ws also nice to order what we wanted and not be conscious of the menu prices. As for DDE it really only ever saved us the tip and was not good at any of the CS that we use while in the parks (we don't stay at AK long enough to eat CS, usually).

 

[CarolMN]

If you get the Dining Plan, you must purchase it for the entire length of your stay and also for everyone in your room who is 3 years of age or older.

Best wishes -

 

[robinb]

You have to buy it for your whole reservation. You may want to look into spliting your reservation into two seperate reservations (with 2 confirmation numbers) and then have MS "connect" them in the computer so you don't have to move.

 

[LakeAriel]

ah! That decides it! Great deal but the DDE will give us more flexibility!
Thanks!!

 

[robinb]

ah! That decides it! Great deal but the DDE will give us more flexibility!
Thanks!!

I used both the dining and the DDE card when I stayed at CSR in August. I really don't view the two programs as being exclusive.

 

[eliza61]

Hi LakeAriel,
It also depends on your eating habits. I'm actually in the same situation and decided to go with the DDE card. I have 2 DS who are teenagers and eat like professional linebackers (not to mention my DH) so I'm afraid we would go through the sit down meals really, really quick (we some times will do 2 full service meals a day). We visit the world during the summer (late August), which means the parks are open long hours and we end up snacking more than the 1 allotted snacks. I'd enjoy reading other people's suggestions too

 

[CarolMN]

You have to buy it for your whole reservation. You may want to look into spliting your reservation into two seperate reservations (with 2 confirmation numbers) and then have MS "connect" them in the computer so you don't have to move.

I don't think that will work - MS/DVC will look at that as one continuous reservation and you will have to buy the Dining Plan for the entire stay if you want it.

Best wishes -

 

[robinb]

I don't think that will work - MS/DVC will look at that as one continuous reservation and you will have to buy the Dining Plan for the entire stay if you want it.

Hmmm. I wonder if it will work if you buy the dining before they are connected.

 

[westjones]

For us (family of four) it was wonderful to have everything paid for and come home to no bills at the end of the vacation.

But I thought that you paid for the Dining Plan when you got to the resort, so isn't that on the credit card bill when you get home? Or can you pay for it BEFORE you trip?

DJ

 

[LakeAriel]

I was there in October for the FREE dining and it was A LOT of food!
We will be there in August also.In one room will be myself and youngest daughter. In another will be my older daughter/husband and two children. My older daughter is a vegetarian and eats little. Her son eats like a bird.
Now the dining is attached to your room key. I COULD put one of the grandchildren in my room (reservation prurposes) and buy 2 adult one child and allow my family to share the the expense. 2 days they use it three us etc
The DDE is great too but we ALL have to be at the table and figure the bill later. I'm still scratching my head.

 

[superdiz]

Is it now open for DVC - the same plan that is available for regular guests? Who do you call to get it, CRO? Thanks!

 

[CarolMN]

It's the same plan with the same rules except that there is no requirement to buy tickets.

It is available for points stays at the WDW DVC resorts that begin April 1, 2006 or later. You book it through MS.

It is available to those who rent points as well as to DVC members.

Best wishes -

 

[Plutofan]

I would recommend that you first decide on what restuarants that you want to go to. Then go to www.allearsnet.com and print off the menu and estimate how much you would spend. Then compare the DP to the 20% DDE with actual numbers. For us the DDE is best since we love to go to a sit down dinner and a sit down breakfast (we always end up doing character breakfasts each morning). We usually skip lunch because we are to full from breakfast and no one wants to miss any rides. Under the DP we would have a hard time using the daily counter service portion of the plan. The DDE discount applies to your entire meal and drinks and is good for up to 10 people.

 

[Jodi]

Hi guys;
I have a quick question...is there a discount for AP holders for the Dining Plan? Normally it's $38 for adults i think, right? Just wondering if I'm right & if there's any additional discount.

Thanks for the help.

Jodi

 

[Dale-Not-Chip]

Hi guys;
I have a quick question...is there a discount for AP holders for the Dining Plan? Normally it's $38 for adults i think, right? Just wondering if I'm right & if there's any additional discount.

Thanks for the help.

Jodi

No. And unless your a DVC member using an AP you can't get it at all.

It is for Magic Your Way Packages

or DVC members

 

[superdiz]

Thanks everyone for being so helpful!

 

[LakeAriel]

I would recommend that you first decide on what restuarants that you want to go to. Then go to www.allearsnet.com and print off the menu and estimate how much you would spend. Then compare the DP to the 20% DDE with actual numbers. For us the DDE is best since we love to go to a sit down dinner and a sit down breakfast (we always end up doing character breakfasts each morning). We usually skip lunch because we are to full from breakfast and no one wants to miss any rides. Under the DP we would have a hard time using the daily counter service portion of the plan. The DDE discount applies to your entire meal and drinks and is good for up to 10 people.

We did the counter service everyday but we were almost compelled to. One day we went to breeakfast instead of lunch. Only thing is if you are busy or want to stay by the pool it would be nice to grab a bite anywhere and save 20%. I think DDE may be the way for us to go.
Good debate though keep it going!

 

[Sherri]

I am really excited about finding out about the dinning plan.
Can anyone tell me what you get for $38.00 per person per day?
Do you get two sit down meals, or is it counter service?
We had some deluxe type plan years ago when we went as nonmembers that we booked through our travel agent along with our trip and we got a certain amount to use towards food I thought. At the end of our trip we had lots of extra money on our account and we had gone to lots of sit down places. I think they might have changed it a bit since then though. Any input would be great. Can you use it for a certain amount of days or must you book it for the whole time? Do kids that are 13 and 14 pay the adult rate? Is there a link I can go to?
Thanks - We are staying at the beach club for the very first time and we are SO excited.

 

[NMW]

But I thought that you paid for the Dining Plan when you got to the resort, so isn't that on the credit card bill when you get home? Or can you pay for it BEFORE you trip?

DJ

MS told me I could pay cash, credit card or check with valid ID upon checking in. I don't see why you couldn't set the cash aside and either pay cash or use a check/debit card.

 

[Dale-Not-Chip]

I would recommend that you first decide on what restuarants that you want to go to. Then go to www.allearsnet.com and print off the menu and estimate how much you would spend. Then compare the DP to the 20% DDE with actual numbers. For us the DDE is best since we love to go to a sit down dinner and a sit down breakfast (we always end up doing character breakfasts each morning). We usually skip lunch because we are to full from breakfast and no one wants to miss any rides. Under the DP we would have a hard time using the daily counter service portion of the plan. The DDE discount applies to your entire meal and drinks and is good for up to 10 people.

I can see a future TV spot for the DDP. A Catch phrase Idea stolen from the Military.



The Walt Disney Dining Plan. It's not just a plan it's a homework assignment.