planning dilemma!!!!

[karentan]

was wondering if anyone can give any insight....
we're hoping to go in november 2008. trying to decide if its better to go on the dining plan, or to get an annual pass(not much more expensive than a 2 week ultimate ticket) and the dining experience card.
not sure if we'll eat out twice a day for one/two weeks, or was wondering if its worth just getting the dining experience card and getting 20% off.
has anyone used either option and if you have, can you give your opinions or experiences.
thanks in advance!

 

[mikki.young]

Try and avoid Thanksgiving or you will have trouble getting in anywhere!

I have used the DDE card in the past. From next year the gratuity of 18% will automatically be added to the pre-discount amount which could make it easier to work out what to give, but could mean you may need to be prepared to complain if there is a problem as you can't reflect a low level of service in the tip.

I have never done the dining plan, even when there for only a few days because I just can't eat that much! Plus you have to completely plan your trip about where you are going to eat and ideally get it all booked up in advance. Whilst you need to book favourites with the DDE there is more flexibility.

I am probably not going to do either next year because I plan to eat off site more. There are some really nice restaurants I want to try and some old favourites (like Outback) which are great food at great prices.