Welcome to planDisney, Tara! I'm so excited to hear that you've got a weeklong stay at a
Deluxe Resort coming up this summer. I just got back today from an amazing stay at
Animal Kingdom Lodge, and I hope your trip is just as incredible as mine was.
When it comes to getting the
Disney Dining Plan included with the price of your package or at a discount, Disney does sometimes offer "Free Dining" as a special promotion, but it's not always available year round. Right now, there isn't a free dining offer, but I definitely recommend keeping an eye on the
Special Offers page on the Walt Disney World website! When free dining is offered, it usually requires a minimum night stay, specific ticket type, and resort category, so if it does pop up, you may need to be flexible with your reservation to qualify. If a discount becomes available, you can modify your reservation to take advantage of the deal if your dates and resort are eligible for the promotion!
As for the dining plan without alcohol, that's not currently an option. The dining plan includes an alcoholic beverage with each meal for guests 21 and over, but it's completely optional, you absolutely don't have to order alcohol if you don't want to. However, the price of the dining plan remains the same whether you choose to enjoy a cocktail, or you'd prefer to have soda, coffee, or any other included beverage. If you're looking for the best value, consider ordering specialty drinks like mocktails, smoothies, or milkshakes at Quick-Service and Table-Service restaurants.
I hope this answers your question, Tara, and please let us know if there's anything else we can do to help you plan your magical vacation!
Jessica