FD - We've got your dates RIGHT HERE (here's my guesstimate dates - they were close)

[MariaEllerºoº]

I have a feeling Disney will release Free Dining to Disney Visa Card holders on April 2nd and then to the General Public on April 9th.

 

[PrincessTiffany]

I have a feeling Disney will release Free Dining to Disney Visa Card holders on April 2nd and then to the General Public on April 9th.

Since 2005, Disney Visa holders have only gotten the promotion 3 days before the general public. I think people on here would totally freak out if it went to 7 days.

 

[enchantingodin]

HEY lookie there's a RUMOR OUT!!!

I updated it on the front page! GO SEE!!!

 

[Cupmom]

Thank goodness..Finally a rumor I was starting to feel like FD was only in my dreams.

 

[enchantingodin]

Thank goodness..Finally a rumor I was starting to feel like FD was only in my dreams.

I couldn't agree more!

 

[Trip2Disney]

There is also new FD rumor news posted on Touringplans. It doesn't state the travel dates, but says that it will be available for booking to Disney Visa holders on March 26 and to the general public on March 30.

 

[Cupmom]

This is what is posted on the Touringplans website
RECENT NEWS Last updated 25 Mar 2009

Free dining to return late summer 2009
Our sources say that Disney will announce late summer free dining packages for Disney Visa cardholders on March 26, and to the general public on March 30. Travel dates are not yet set, but should be late August through late September. (Disney's current Buy-4-Get-7 deal ends August 15, so expect free dining to start a week or two after that.)
Posted 2009-03-25

 

[zuzu310]

Oh my gosh...I am sooooo excited! C'mon rumors be right. If they are I will be up early on 3/26!

 

[jdd]

Oh my gosh...I am sooooo excited! C'mon rumors be right. If they are I will be up early on 3/26!

Only two days!!! Wow, I thought we'd be waiting at least until April....

 

[sandgrace]

WOW! I hope that 3/26 is right for Disney Visa Cardholders! What time should I get up to book, I'm in PT?

 

[PrincessTiffany]

WOW! I hope that 3/26 is right for Disney Visa Cardholders! What time should I get up to book, I'm in PT?

4 a.m.

 

[sandgrace]

4 a.m.

 

[princesspaige]

Please Good Fairies...show us the FREE DINING!!!!

 

[disneyJMD]

ok--all this free dining stuff has me totally excited--we went last year for 12 days and upgraded to dxddp thanks to FD. Now I have to just figure out how to get my Disney visa back from my husband so I can actually book it when it is released--havent convinced him to book yet and I am not supposed to have any of my credit cards...wish me luck!

 

[justadisneygirl]

I was told that I could share this by my travel agent...not sure if she meant on a public forum but....I also assume this includes Americans through AAA
BOOKING DATES March 30 - June 21, 2009
TRAVEL DATES August 16 - October 3, 2009
PROMO OVERVIEW
Disney Spring Offer Magic Your Way Package plus FREE Dining for Canadian Residents.
. Guests must purchase a minimum three (3) night stay at a Select Walt
Disney World Hotels in combination with a Magic Your Way Ticket.
. Guests may also upgrade to the Deluxe Dining Plan at a discounted rate, or
add the Wine & Dine Add-On at regular rates.
. The Disney Dining Plan includes one (1) Table Service Meal, one (1) Quick
Service meal, and one (1) Snack per Guest per night at participating Disney
Resort hotel and Theme Park locations.

Walt Disney World AAA Vacations Member Benefits:
Don't forget that the exclusive AAA member benefits are also combinable with
the this offer:
. AAA Vacations® Diamond Card
o Provides special savings and values at participating locations throughout
the Walt Disney World Resort.
. Disney's Story Time experience
o An exclusive story telling experience with a character from a classic
Disney animated feature (advance reservations, reservations voucher
and valid Theme Park admission required; seating is limited and subject
to availability; operates on select days of the week and certain block-out
dates apply).
. AAA Diamond Parking
o Convenient preferred parking spaces at all four Walt Disney World
Theme subject to availability

 

[disyady]

I just posted on the Canadian board - I received an email from my local CAA travel agent today that we can book a Canadian Free Dining offer on March 30 for travel Aug 16-Oct 3. No other details were given. I would guess that something similar will be upcoming for all.

Edited to add: Sorry - I just noticed the poster before me had all of the details!

 

[tinknme]

I know in the past you were able to start your trip on the last day that free dining was being offered & still be able to get it for your entire stay. Do they still do this?

I haven't been able to take advantage of free dining since 2006

 

[PrincessTiffany]

I know in the past you were able to start your trip on the last day that free dining was being offered & still be able to get it for your entire stay. Do they still do this?

I haven't been able to take advantage of free dining since 2006

Yes.

 

[tinknme]

Yes.

Thank you! I do hope this rumor is true, I would love to sneak another trip in this year with the boys!

Have some medical things going on with dh right now, but if all is ok maybe I can talk him into it.

 

[HLAuburn]

In the past with free dining packages, was there ever a discount on the room portion? Or was it rack rate + minimum 1 day passes and you get dining for everyone free?

Thanks!