News Disney Dining Plan Returns in 2024

harryk

harryk

Well-Known Member
HauntedPirate said:
"Reintroducing the Disney Dining Plan!!! It's a MAGICAL!!! experience for our valued guests, and we're pleased to announce it's triumphant return in 2024!

Starting at only $99.99/person/day (prices subject to change based on date), the Disney Quick Dining Plan will include one (1) snack offering, one (1) non-alcoholic beverage offering, and one (1) Disney Quick Service meal per person, per day (based on location and availability).

Starting at only $199/person/day (prices subject to change based on date), the Disney Dining Plan will include one (1) snack offering, one (1) non-alcoholic beverage offering, and one (1) Disney Table Service meal per person, per day (subject to availability and location).

Starting at only $399/person/day (prices subject to change based on date), the Disney Deluxe Dining Plan will include one (1) snack offering, one (1) non-alcoholic beverage offering, and two (2) Disney Table Service meals per person, per day (subject to availability and location).

No appetizers, desserts, or gratuity is included with any plan. Prices and availability subject to change."

In other news - Disney has quietly raised all food and beverage prices by 200%...
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And now it takes 2 dinners per guest when utilizing a signature restaurant...... more and more they are reducing the guest experience to a cash register.
 
HauntedPirate

HauntedPirate

Park nostalgist
Premium Member
harryk said:
And now it takes 2 dinners per guest when utilizing a signature restaurant...... more and more they are reducing the guest experience to a cash register.
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Not surprising in the least. Anyone who thought they wouldn't squeeze guests more is naive (at best).

Maybe pricing will be good. Maybe food quality will improve. Maybe I'll win the lottery this week. Which of those is most likely to happen? :)
 
DisneyDreamer08

DisneyDreamer08

Well-Known Member
Rteetz said:
No pricing yet.
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This is just crazy. I don’t know why they wouldn’t release the pricing today with all this other information. The website will be busy enough tomorrow with people looking at 2024 pricing. You would think they would want to even the traffic out a little bit.
 
Indy_UK

Indy_UK

Well-Known Member
So I’m essence, one snack per day has been removed and that’s all?

Apart from the several listed, all the other character dining is staying at 1 table service credit? And to get the most value it’s most likely to be alcohol with both meals and the most expensive meals on the menus?
 
Vacationeer

Vacationeer

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In the Parks
No
Without seeing the price yet the most disappointing thing is only 1 snack per day. We used to save em all up for Epcot festival booths.

We liked the change allowing alcohol so I’m glad they kept that.

I hope they reopen BoG breakfast for the QS credit - that was great! Unlikely to happen though.
 
Patcheslee

Patcheslee

Well-Known Member
Vacationeer said:
Without seeing the price yet the most disappointing thing is only 1 snack per day. We used to save em all up for Epcot festival booths.

We liked the change allowing alcohol so I’m glad they kept that.

I hope they reopen BoG breakfast for the QS credit - that was great! Unlikely to happen though.
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Think I read 1 snack per day, but TS includes a dessert now. We don't always order dessert and wait about an hour after to get a snack.
 
nicb88

nicb88

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Vacationeer said:
Without seeing the price yet the most disappointing thing is only 1 snack per day. We used to save em all up for Epcot festival booths.

We liked the change allowing alcohol so I’m glad they kept that.

I hope they reopen BoG breakfast for the QS credit - that was great! Unlikely to happen though.
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I can understand them removing a snack, as it seems most people had too many and filled suitcases with them to take home. However, this needs to be reflected in the cost and not just a subtraction for the same or increased price! We will see...
 
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jpeden

Well-Known Member
In the Parks
No
Wasn't there a third tier of the DDP (the Deluxe Disney Dining Plan) that included three meals a day (sit down or QS)? If so it's interesting they didn't bring that level back as well.
 
LuvtheGoof

LuvtheGoof

Grill Master
Premium Member
DCBaker said:
Disney has released more information on the Table-Service & On-the-Go Dining Plan.

Dining Plan Highlights

Everyone in the party ages 3 and over receives the following during their package stay:
  • 1 Quick-Service Meal Per Night of Stay*
  • 1 Table-Service Meal Per Night of Stay*
  • 1 Snack or Nonalcoholic Beverage Per Night of Stay*
  • 1 Resort-Refillable Mug**
For example, if you book a 4-night package with a Disney Dining Plan, each Guest (ages 3 and up) in your party would receive 4 Table-Service meals, 4 Quick-Service meals and 4 snacks or nonalcoholic beverages—which can be used at any time during your 4-night stay.

Important Information
  • Beverages are included with each meal. Guests under 21 years of age may choose from a variety of nonalcoholic beverages. Guests 21 and older with valid identification may substitute for beer, wine and cocktails.
  • Reservations at Table-Service restaurants are highly recommended and are subject to availability.
  • Guests ages 3 to 9 must order from a children’s menu, where available.
  • Plan must be purchased for entire length of stay and for the entire party (ages 3 and up).
  • Meals are nontransferable between party members and expire at midnight on day of checkout.
* Specific number of meals and snacks are determined by the number of nights included in the package stay. You can redeem your meals and snacks any day during your stay, until the number associated with your package have been depleted. All unused meals and snacks and the ability to use your refillable mug expire at midnight on your package reservation checkout date.
** Resort-refillable mugs are eligible for refills from self-service beverage islands at any Disney Resort hotel Quick-Service location.

What’s Included


Quick-Service Meal
Meals redeemed at breakfast, lunch or dinner will include:
  • 1 Entrée
  • 1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)
Table-Service Meal
Meals redeemed at breakfast will include:
  • 1 Entrée
  • 1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)
-OR-
  • 1 Full Buffet (prix-fixe) or Family-Style Meal (prix-fixe)
  • 1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)
Meals redeemed at brunch, lunch or dinner will include:
  • 1 Entrée
  • 1 Dessert
  • 1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)
-OR-
  • 1 Full Buffet (If Available) or Family-Style Meal
  • 1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)
Alcoholic Beverages
Guests 21 and older may choose either one nonalcoholic beverage or one-single serving mixed cocktail, beer or wine (where offered) as part of their meal.
A single-serving alcoholic beverage includes items such as:
  • Beer or Cider
  • Wine or Sangria
  • Mixed Drinks and Specialty Cocktails
Nonalcoholic Beverages
Guests 10 years of age and older can choose one nonalcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered) as part of their meal.

A single-serving nonalcoholic beverage includes items such as:
  • Milkshakes
  • Fresh Smoothies
  • Premium Hot Chocolate
  • Soda, Coffee or Tea
Snacks
At Quick-Service restaurants, most Outdoor Carts and select merchandise locations, snacks may include a single serving of items such as:
  • Frozen ice cream novelty, popsicle or fruit bar
  • 2 scoops of hand-scooped ice cream
  • Popcorn scoop (single-serving box)
  • Piece of whole fruit
  • Single-serve bag of snacks
  • 20-ounce bottle of Coca-Cola® products, including Dasani® water
  • 20-ounce fountain soft drink
  • Single-serve coffee, hot chocolate, hot tea, milk or juice
  • Cup of soup
  • Add on toppings or sauces (e.g. side of cheese dipping sauce)
What's Not Included

  • Items that are more than a single serving (such as a box of doughnuts or a jar of peanut butter)
  • Items (such as popcorn or drinks) that are served in a souvenir container
  • Items considered to be merchandise (such as bottle toppers, glow cubes and bottle straps)
  • Special dining events offered at certain Table-Service locations
Other Magical Dining Experiences to Redeem Table-Service Meals

Character Dining
Dine with some of your favorite Disney Characters! Have your camera ready for this experience that adds a little extra magic to your Table-Service meal.

Two Table-Service meals will be redeemed from the dining plan for each person dining at:
  • Fairytale Dining at Cinderella’s Royal Table
  • Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall (at lunch and dinner only)
  • Story Book Dining at Artist Point with Snow White
Merchandise or photo imaging products that may be offered for sale at Character dining experiences are not included. Gratuities are not included unless otherwise noted.

Fine/Signature Dining Restaurants
Experience an elegant Table-Service option with a wide selection of cuisines ranging from traditional African, Indian and Mediterranean to premium steaks and fresh seafood.

Each meal from a Fine/Signature Dining restaurant on the Disney Dining Plan includes:
  • 1 Entrée
  • 1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)
  • 1 Dessert
Two Table-Service meals will be redeemed from the dining plan for each person dining at a Fine/Signature Dining experience.
Signature Dining restaurants offer fine dining with a distinctly magical flair. Guests are expected to dress accordingly in attire that respects the restaurant's sophisticated and upscale aesthetic. Clothing should be clean, neat and in good condition. Please, no swimwear.

Dinner at Be Our Guest Restaurant
Be Our Guest Restaurant requires 2 Table-Service meals to be exchanged for a single dining experience.

Dinner Shows
Enjoy family-style dining with live entertainment at a themed dinner show. All dinner shows require advance reservations.
Two Table-Service meals will be redeemed from the dining plan for each person dining at a dinner show experience.

Private In-Room Dining
When staying at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, indulge in the comfort and convenience of dining in your room.
Each private in-room dining meal on the Disney Dining Plan includes:
  • 1 Entrée
  • 1 Dessert (lunch and dinner)
  • 1 Nonalcoholic Beverage (or Alcoholic Beverage, for Guests 21 and older)
For private in-room dining, 2 Table-Service meals will be redeemed from the dining plan for each person dining.

Pizza Pickup
Stop by select Quick-Service locations to pick up a pizza meal, which includes:
  • 1 Large Pizza
  • 2 Single-serving Nonalcoholic Beverages (or Alcoholic Beverages, for Guests 21 and older)
Two Quick-Service meals will be redeemed for each Pizza Pick-up meal. Valid at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, Disney's All-Star Sports Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside.

Find full details at the link below.

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From the website:

Certain select menu items require payment of an additional amount in addition to redeeming the number of meals required at the location.

This should have been the case from the beginning so that managers didn't have to lower the quality of the higher priced items in order to make ends meet. Will be interesting to see what items have the additional charges and at which restaurants.
 

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