Hey there and Welcome to planDisney. I am so glad you've stopped by to ask your question.
The
Disney Dining Plan is such a fan favorite, I know my family and I have enjoyed using the program while vacationing at Walt Disney World. However, since the reopening of Walt Disney World last summer, the Disney Dining Plan has not yet returned. No worries though, the program is not going anywhere. Disney actually just announced last week that the program will, indeed, be returning they just aren't sure as to when yet. So that is some good news! If the Disney Dining Plan makes its return before your vacation, I am sure you will be able to add it on to your vacation package. Before the shutdown, Guests had up to 48 hours prior to their vacation to add it and I am sure it will be similar to this once again.
If you'd like to budget for meals before your trip, I like using
Disney Gift Cards to pay for my dining while at Walt Disney World. I enjoy this because it is similar to the Disney Dining Plan in the sense that the money is already taken from my bank account and has to be used for something at Walt Disney World. It makes it easier to get that splurgy meal knowing that it is paid for ahead of time. You can pick Disney Gift Cards up at most big retail stores. I like to add one to my grocery cart each week!
Pankaj, be sure to keep an eye over on the
Disney Parks Blog for updates about when the Disney Dining Plan might return. That is going to be where we can find out all the information once it's announced. If you have any other questions before your trip, please feel free to come back and
ask me. I'm happy to help.
Have a great time!