******Official 2017 Free Dining Plan Watch, Wait, and Dream

[JackieO]

I have a question. Can I be logged in to MDE on more than one devise? With all the talk of the site working on a phone but not a laptop, etc., I'm hoping to be able to be signed in on my laptop, iPhone and iPad when FD drops. Can I do that?

I guess I could just try it..... Sorry, I just woke up.

 

[ThistleMae]

I have a question. Can I be logged in to MDE on more than one devise? With all the talk of the site working on a phone but not a laptop, etc., I'm hoping to be able to be signed in on my laptop, iPhone and iPad when FD drops. Can I do that?

I've been on MDE with my HP and my Ipad at the same time.

 

[Sadiemae76]

Hey everyone!

This is my first Disney trip! And first post! Have spent hours reading all of your awesome info. I had no idea what I was getting into when I started planning this trip but it has been fun

I am going to take a shot in the dark a guess that the new promos are going to be released March 31st?! All of the current promos for the listed on the site need to be booked by the 30th. So any body booking past that date or wanting to travel early summer or beyond has no incentives.

Maybe it's normal for there to be periods of no offers?

 

[ThistleMae]

Pandora just opened up for FP+...thought I'd share this exciting news!

 

[Janet McDonald]

Pandora just opened up for FP+...thought I'd share this exciting news!

Is there a tier system with it or anthing?

 

[Party.Of.4-NY>>>FL]

Is there a tier system with it or anthing?

There was no tiering for the first few minutes as many folks on other threads were able to get FP for both new attractions. However shortly after that the tiering system kicked in. Early birds got the worms.

 

[Sharongal74]

Site says you can only pick one of the pandora rides. People are saying they have been able to book both but they think it's a glitch.

 

[Vols1977]

My family has taken advantage of free dining before. Usually, we book a moderate. This year, we are thinking about upgrading to Animal Kingdom Lodge. Are standard rooms at AKL typically easy to get when FD drops? I'm just curious if I need to be up at 4:00 AM to get it?

 

[disneydreamer1980]

I read that AK will be having extra magic hours every night this summer for resort guests to enjoy Pandora. Also, mobile ordering at the canteen there, which they say will be eventually be spread to all QS locations in the parks. No more super long QS lines!

 

[ENJDisneyFan]

We are booked at POFQ in September. If...and I know it's an if...FD pops up for our time there, traditionally this resort is NOT included?

Would it be wise to move my reservation now to Coronado Springs?

Are you only going if you get FD? If you are going either way and FQ is your preference I would keep that. If you're not going without FD it really doesn't matter because neither reservation would help you get FD any easier.

 

[Elsaalltheway]

We're like a support group! My husband thinks I've lost it, he just shakes his head when I start talking about Disney. But he's all for my saving us $2700!

We are a support group. It's almost like AA but we are supporting each others habbits. I mean I already have free dining and I'm here with you guys stressing.

I'll start. Hi my name is Nicki and I'm a free dining addict.

 

[memma05]

Any more rumors/news on if CBR will be included in FD? Nervous about booking there if it's not. I don't want to have to change resorts/cancel reservation. Anxiously waiting...

I spoke to a CM yesterday and she recommended CALLING to modify the reservation if and when FD is offered. She said that way they can make sure to keep the Gift card on the reservation. Not sure how true it is but thought it was worth noting.

 

[Rusty2rules]

This is my first Disney trip! And first post!

Welcome to the madness!

 

[RolloTomasi]

My family has taken advantage of free dining before. Usually, we book a moderate. This year, we are thinking about upgrading to Animal Kingdom Lodge. Are standard rooms at AKL typically easy to get when FD drops? I'm just curious if I need to be up at 4:00 AM to get it?

A couple of years ago we got free dining at AKL (standard room) no problem. We actually didn't book our trip until well after FD dropped, too. Of course, there was no Pandora and Rivers of Light either so I have no idea what it would be like now. I think Deluxe hotels fill up less quickly though.

I will say, AKL is an amazing place to stay and we loved every second of it. Easily one of my favorite resorts, and the dining options are out of this world.

 

[Rusty2rules]

Well today was my ADR day and I was able to get BOG dinner with no issues. Hopefully free dining will go just as smoothly.

My ADR day is Tuesday. BOG is my only real "must have" dinner and day. Did you have to get up at the crack of dawn to get it? Just wondering if I need to get up early.

 

[memma05]

That does help Since my family is so big (7 in all, one baby, so we can stay in a 6 occupancy) there aren't many places that we will fit, and I'm not doing villas unless I rent points, which I can't do for FD, so there's only one mod we can stay at to get the standard dining plan, Fw cabins. AoA and ASMu suites both would get QS, which I don't want. Plus I'd love to be a boat ride away from MK! So I really have to get in there as soon as it drops to get a cabin. I'm so nervous!

Have you done the cabins before? We are a family of 5 and not as limited but pretty much just CBR and POR if we want the regular dining. I was looking at the cabins as well as a standard at the contemporary just incase! I really don't want to pay almost the same price for AoA and the upgraded dining when I could go with a deluxe if need be.

 

[pghmom]

For anyone looking in September, H&V finally released their reservations! They weren't available at 180 for me.

 

[disneydreamer1980]

Have you done the cabins before? We are a family of 5 and not as limited but pretty much just CBR and POR if we want the regular dining. I was looking at the cabins as well as a standard at the contemporary just incase! I really don't want to pay almost the same price for AoA and the upgraded dining when I could go with a deluxe if need be.

I've never done the cabins before, but I am looking forward to them. We've always stayed at DVC villas with my parents as they are members, and this is the first year we're going without them. But FW looks awesome, though it's not for everybody, and there appears to be a lot of walking involved.

 

[FinnsMom7]

I apologize if this was already asked and answered - as a POP goer, I would get QS FD if/when it is released. Do i have to upgrade to the TSDP at that moment or can I call and upgrade - for a fee - later on? MY bf and I are still back and forth if upgrading is needed, we would know more once we get MVMCP details and park hours for AK

 

[Sharongal74]

My ADR day is Tuesday. BOG is my only real "must have" dinner and day. Did you have to get up at the crack of dawn to get it? Just wondering if I need to get up early.

I was on at 6am for BoG lunch and only had a few times available for 1 day. The other day had no times. Not sure if dinner is any different.