Hi Jack,
Welcome to planDisney! We love to make new friends and are so happy that you are here...especially to talk about dining!
One reason that
dining plans are such an incredible addition to a Walt Disney World Resort vacation package is the flexibility that they offer. I am the type of traveler who likes to have a rough outline of my day, but it is subject to change at any moment. Maybe the weather shifts. Maybe something amazing caught my eye that I hadn't even considered from a distance. It could be anything. So I love that we can use our meals in whatever way works best for us. I hope that you love that as well.
So yes, you should feel free to use your enjoy your meals and snacks the best way for you. Your account will reflect the 2-Quick Service Meals and 1-Snack per night, per person, from the moment of check-in. If you would like to spend an entire day eating, go right ahead! If you want to be snack-powered for a day, feel free! It is totally up to you. You will find an accounting of your remaining meal and snack credits and the bottom of all dining receipts.
Each Guest on your reservation will also select a Resort Refillable mug of their choice. We like to pick a different color lid for each person, so we avoid the "she took my mug" argument that happens when you have two kiddos very close in age. You can fill these mugs at the stations located in each Walt Disney World Resort hotel, not only your own.
Tip: We like to bring a wrapped sponge and a small bottle of dish soap along for the trip to wash our mugs each night. Some flavors, like coffee, can be a little too strong to overcome with the rinse stations. We need a bit extra cleaning power to keep them fresh for the length of our vacation.
If you would like to upgrade to the Disney Dining Plan, you can do that prior to arrival. Please keep in mind that the change would apply to all Guests and for the duration of the vacation. Reach out to the friendly Cast Members at the
Walt Disney Travel Company or your travel professional to make the change.
I hope that was helpful, Jack! Please let us know what other questions you have as you plan your perfect Walt Disney World Resort vacation. We will be here!
Adventure is out there,
Sally