Hi Laura,
Thank you for visiting the Disney Parks Moms Panel with this delicious question! Planning our dining reservations is always my favorite part of trip planning, but it can also be highly challenging trying to whittle down our list of favorite restaurants as there are just so many that we love and enjoy experiencing each trip.
Laura, as you know, dining reservations at the Walt Disney World Resort can be made up to 180 days in advance.
Dining reservations can be made online or by calling Disney Vacation Club Member Services at (800) 800-9800. As you are staying at a
Disney Vacation Club Resort, you will receive an added perk in being able to make dining reservations for your entire length of stay (up to 10 days) starting 180 days in advance of your scheduled check-in date. While this won't quite cover your entire 13 day vacation, it will definitely give you a good start! Once you reach 180 days before your second check-in date, you can then make any further dining reservations for the remaining days of your trip.
Be sure to
link your Disney Resort hotel reservation to your
My Disney Experience account before your 180 day booking window opens so you will be all set and ready to make those important dining reservations as early as possible as some of the most popular restaurants do book early.
Laura, I hope this answers your question and will be helpful as you continue planning your upcoming trip. Should you have any other questions, please feel free to send them our way. We would love to hEAR from you again!
Magically Yours,
Trish