Hello Jessica,
Welcome to the Disney Parks Moms Panel where as the current British Mum here on the Panel it's always an additional pleasure for me to offer some pixie dusted advice to another Guest from the United Kingdom!
There are many wonderful ways in which to
meet & greet Disney characters at Walt Disney World Resort and my family adores dining with our favourites. I honestly believe
Character Dining is truly the most magical way to meet and interact with Characters and of course makes for some picture perfect shots for the jolly holiday album!
Advanced Dining Reservations for Character Dining can be made up to 180 days prior to arrival at Walt Disney World Resort via My Disney Experience and by selecting each individual dining location for example:
1900 Park Fare will detail which Disney Characters to expect such as Mary Poppins, Alice in Wonderland, The Mad Hatter, Tigger & Winnie the Pooh - although as everything is always subject to change at Walt Disney World Resort exact Character appearances can never be absolutely guaranteed.
I'm also happy to share that
Special Dietary Requests including milk or lactose intolerance is wonderfully catered for when visiting Walt Disney World Resort. Guests should be able to purchase soya milk in most
Shops which carry food items and in most Quick Service dining locations; my top tip is if you can't find soya milk simply ask and Cast Members will be glad to help.
~ Jane