Hi there, Lydia, and welcome to planDisney! You must be getting so excited for your vacation to Walt Disney World Resort next summer! I always say it's never too soon to start dreaming about all of the fun you'll have during your visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth!
Lydia, you'll be happy to know that there are lots of places you can use a snack from your
dining plan throughout the Disney Theme Parks, and the carts you see are no exception! You'll want to look out for the little pinkish-purplish square DDP logo that designates menu items as snacks, and you're always welcome to ask a Cast Member which items can be a snack. While you can use your snacks for things like water bottles, single servings of fruit, and other necessities, I prefer to use them for some of my favorite treats, like the ones at
Karamell-Kuche in the Germany pavilion at
EPCOT.
Don't forget to make those
Advance Dining Reservations 60 days before you check in to your Disney Resorts Collection hotel. You'll love having those plans in place as you look forward to a relaxing meal during an exciting day at the Disney Theme Parks. I especially love the Character Dining experience at
Tusker House Restaurant at
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. The African flavors there are difficult to find elsewhere, and there's something for everyone at this unique buffet.
Lydia, I hope this is helpful as you plan your vacation. It's no secret that I absolutely love dining plans, because they make my vacation feel more all-inclusive, and I believe they provide my family with lots of value. If you'd like any more recommendations about dining during your visit, or have any other questions as you plan, please stop back by planDisney! I'm here and happy to help!
See you real soon!
Jennifer