FREE dining plan for kids in 2026 is valid for DVC point stays

[Brian Noble]

We as humans will always take action if we can save money.

You can keep saying this. It does not make it true.

 

[Cyberc1978]

You can keep saying this. It does not make it true.

Maybe not for you but for a lot of others it does.

 

[Brian Noble]

Then maybe you should rethink “always”.

 

[Cyberc1978]

Then maybe you should rethink “always”.

wow somebody is in a bad mood today

 

[Brian Noble]

No, I'm just disappointed that someone would (a) invent a completely fictitious guest to get free food and (b) justify it by saying that "well, anyone would do it."

 

[Cyberc1978]

No, I'm just judging you. There's a difference.

Then things are like they use to be.

 

[Brian Noble]

Yes, well that too. It's good to know that in these uncertain times, some things can be counted upon!

 

[Cyberc1978]

No, I'm just disappointed that someone would (a) invent a completely fictitious guest to get free food and (b) justify it by saying that "well, anyone would do it."

Well maybe you only see the good in people, which is nice, I'm more realistic.

If there is an obviously loophole people will exploit it. Of course not everyone, but a lot will.

 

[Cyberc1978]

instead of being judgmental wouldn't it be better to continue scrolling?

 

[Brian Noble]

Easier? Probably. Better? Arguable.

In my experience, most people are generally honest and ethical. It also turns out that it is psychologically easier to behave ethically (or unethically) if you believe that most of those around you are honest (or dishonest). So, there are also some externalities. Dan Ariely at Duke has stuidied this extensively---and, potentially, experienced it personally, depending on whom you believe. This is a good introduction to his work. It's an easy read, and I enjoyed it.

https://www.amazon.com/Honest-Truth-About-Dishonesty-Everyone-Especially-ebook/dp/B00CD36FF6/

 

[MarkNC2Disney]

Feels like I just watched a scene from Inside Out play out on disboards.

Anyways, yay DVC stays being eligible for a discount rather than the value of our membership undercut by gen pop discounts!

 

[zavandor]

Easier? Probably. Better? Arguable.

In my experience, most people are generally honest and ethical. It also turns out that it is psychologically easier to behave ethically (or unethically) if you believe that most of those around you are honest (or dishonest). So, there are also some externalities. Dan Ariely at Duke has stuidied this extensively---and, potentially, experienced it personally, depending on whom you believe. This is a good introduction to his work. It's an easy read, and I enjoyed it.

https://www.amazon.com/Honest-Truth-About-Dishonesty-Everyone-Especially-ebook/dp/B00CD36FF6/

I won't buy this book, but if kids can get it for free, I'll make an account for my fictional son

 

[Brian Noble]

I will confess I didn't pay for it either.

I checked it out of the library!

 

[Brian Noble]

I do occasionally have to remind my (computer science) students that they will make their living by generating and selling IP, so they probably want to be in the habit of e.g. buying books rather than "finding them on the web."

 

[Llama mama]

Will it allow you to pay for the dining plan split w/ gift cards and credit cards? That would probably require a call to members services.

 

[Cyberc1978]

Will it allow you to pay for the dining plan split w/ gift cards and credit cards? That would probably require a call to members services.

To do that you need to call MS.

 

[sagosto]

Has Disney every done anything for the 10+ and non adults? I have a 8 year old and a 11 year old so this doesn't make sense for me but would purchase if I could use it for the 11 year old. It seems like there is opportunity for Disney to catch a different age group.

 

[dcfromva]

Has Disney every done anything for the 10+ and non adults? I have a 8 year old and a 11 year old so this doesn't make sense for me but would purchase if I could use it for the 11 year old. It seems like there is opportunity for Disney to catch a different age group.

I wish they would, but I've never seen it. I was thinking this is a great discount! And then I realized we don't have anyone who qualifies. Our youngest Disney fan in our extended family just turned 10. She doesn't have a huge adult appetite, yet (making the dining plan extra probably not a good value). We do have a 2 year old (but his parents aren't Disney fans) and 2 doesn't qualify, either.

 

[Cyberc1978]

Has Disney every done anything for the 10+ and non adults? I have a 8 year old and a 11 year old so this doesn't make sense for me but would purchase if I could use it for the 11 year old. It seems like there is opportunity for Disney to catch a different age group.

That would require Disney to change when you are considered a Disney adult, that would impact the tickets and dining prices too.
Not saying I don’t think it’s a good idea though my kids won’t be able to take advantage of it as my youngest is 14yo

 

[lanejudy]

Has Disney every done anything for the 10+ and non adults? I have a 8 year old and a 11 year old so this doesn't make sense for me but would purchase if I could use it for the 11 year old. It seems like there is opportunity for Disney to catch a different age group.

That would require Disney to change when you are considered a Disney adult, that would impact the tickets and dining prices too.
Not saying I don’t think it’s a good idea though my kids won’t be able to take advantage of it as my youngest is 14yo

Years ago WDW had a “junior” ticket for ages 12-17, with child 3-11. It’s been a long time so I highly doubt they will ever return to that structure.