Special Diets & Free Dining

[dumape]

So I have issues with swallowing certain things. Everything has to be completely smooth, no hard or solid areas. When in the world (besides bringing supplies from home), I go mostly liquid and drink juices, shakes, or eat things that are smooth like cheesecake or ice cream. Every trip our resort has been SUPER and makes me broth from the Soup of the Day or asks what kind I'd like.

A few weeks ago I received a pin code for free dining this fall. This would be awesome for my party but after looking at menus, everything I normally eat is considered a snack (even soup) which means I would still be paying out of pocket after about 2 days. Has anyone with dietary needs had any experience with Free Dining? Not complaining at all since and free food is well... free. Just curious about getting the most out of if without having a ton of unused meals since everything is counted as a snack.

 

[cmwade77]

While they are counted as a snack, most places will let you combine multiple snacks to make a "meal". The exact number may vary, but an example that you could probably get as a meal is:
Soup & a side item that works for you, a dessert and a drink

This might not be the best "value", but it would hopefully meet your needs and give you enough food and not end up paying out of pocket, leaving snack credits to be used for actual snacks for everyone, including yourself.

Table service restaurants will have more options, especially if you call ahead, as they can come up with custom menu items that would work for your needs.

 

[dumape]

Thanks! I'll definitely ask when we check in.

 

[cmwade77]

I would not recommend waiting until you check in to call the table service locations, they usually want you to call between 48-72 hours ahead of time.

But I definitely think that you can use the dining plan to your advantage, especially with it being free.