Hi Walter,
Welcome to the annual passholder family! You will love having access to all the Walt Disney World theme parks for a full year of fun.
Even though you have already purchased your annual passes, the clock does not begin on your passholder year until you activate the passes by using them for the first time for entry into a Walt Disney World theme park.
The
Tables in Wonderland discount dining card, which is available only to Florida residents, passholders and Disney Vacation Club members, however, is valid for one year from the date of purchase, not from the date of first use. So I recommend that you wait to buy the card until the first day you arrive so that you get the maximum benefit.
You can still make all your
advanced dining reservations before you buy your membership. To get the Tables discount, you will present your membership card at the time of payment, though it is good to let your server know you are a Tables in Wonderland member before you order.
You can get your Tables in Wonderland membership card at Guest Services at the theme parks or Disney Springs. You will need to show your annual pass and your ID to complete your purchase, which should take just moments. Tables in Wonderland entitles you to a 20 percent discount on food and beverages, including alcohol, at
more than 100 participating restaurants.
You also get complimentary valet parking when you dine at a participating restaurant at a resort hotel.
Because participating restaurants change and I haven't memorized the full list of locations, I ask every restaurant and lounge if they accept Tables in Wonderland when I get ready to pay my bill, just in case.
Thanks for your question, Walter. Please let us know if you have any other questions or if you would like recommendations for where to dine to take advantage of your Tables in Wonderland benefits. Cheers!
Wilma