Hello Susan! Thanks so much for your question - it's sure to be a popular one as rumours of the Rapid Refill Mugs you are referring to are circulating the internet right now. As of today, there has been no official announcement from Disney that there is going to be a switch to this new system. All I can tell you at this moment is that the current mug offered with the Disney Dining Plan is still the same as it has been for the past couple of years. Personally, I think a system such as the Rapid Refill Mug is a great idea, and I would welcome it. Hopefully for your upcoming vacation, and mine, this new system will be in place, and my guess is it will replace the current mug offering in the Disney Dining Plan. I am also assuming that single-use disposable cups will still be available for purchase for those guests wishing to buy just one drink.
Susan, I would recommend visiting the
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Thanks again for visiting the Disney Parks Moms Panel, Susan, and please don't hesitate to ask any other questions you have while planning your Walt Disney World vacation! Have a magical day!
Kristen