Are you planning a visit during the Walt Disney World holidays? A Disney vacation during the Christmas season can be especially magical, filled with fun, festivity, and good food as well. This article will focus on what you should know about meals at Disney World during this time of year, and some strategies for the best way to plan a Disney vacation to make the most of your time and dining budget.
To begin with, you need to make dining plans, because if you are visiting between Christmas and New Year's, you will be at Disney World during the busiest time of the year. This is one time of year when you can't really be spontaneous about eating...unless you like waiting in line for hours, or not being able to get seated at any table service restaurant at a decent time. You will be sharing the parks with many, many other people, so be prepared to plan a little ahead about your meals.
So make your dining plans in advance, and if they include any table service meals, make those Advanced Dining Reservations (ADRs) before you get to Disney World, and if you are going during Christmas week, preferably make them now.
When it comes to ADRs, you should realize that people have been making Advanced Dining Reservations for Christmas week since the end of September (90 days in advance). The popular times and restaurants fill quickly, especially on the big days of Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day. So if table service is something you want to do, don't delay on this.
What if you can't get ADRs for any of the restaurants you want? Consider some of the lovely and lesser-known restaurants at the hotels: many are wonderful, and it is a great way to see some of the fantastic Holiday decorations at the resorts. They are a little off-the-beaten path, but it can be nice sometimes, during all the hustle and bustle, to have a little peace and quiet.
Another good strategy, especially if you can't get decent ADR times, is to consider eating meals at "off" times. Try having your main, table service meal for lunch instead of dinner. Eat early: lunch at 11, dinner at 5...or late: lunch at 2, dinner at 8. You may be able to get table service seating this way, and for counter service meals, the crowds tend to be a little lighter during these times.
Don't overlook the standard advice about eating some meals in, especially if you have access to a kitchen. Breakfasts in the room are a given: great way to save time and money. And many folks who have a full kitchen like to do their entire holiday meal, turkey and all, in their room. This can be a nice way to create some very special memories...and save money in the process.
What is the best way to plan a Disney vacation when it comes to meals during the Walt Disney World holidays? A little planning will pay off with a wonderful vacation that has an extra dose of holiday magic and provide a trip filled with special holiday memories. - 31515
To begin with, you need to make dining plans, because if you are visiting between Christmas and New Year's, you will be at Disney World during the busiest time of the year. This is one time of year when you can't really be spontaneous about eating...unless you like waiting in line for hours, or not being able to get seated at any table service restaurant at a decent time. You will be sharing the parks with many, many other people, so be prepared to plan a little ahead about your meals.
So make your dining plans in advance, and if they include any table service meals, make those Advanced Dining Reservations (ADRs) before you get to Disney World, and if you are going during Christmas week, preferably make them now.
When it comes to ADRs, you should realize that people have been making Advanced Dining Reservations for Christmas week since the end of September (90 days in advance). The popular times and restaurants fill quickly, especially on the big days of Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day. So if table service is something you want to do, don't delay on this.
What if you can't get ADRs for any of the restaurants you want? Consider some of the lovely and lesser-known restaurants at the hotels: many are wonderful, and it is a great way to see some of the fantastic Holiday decorations at the resorts. They are a little off-the-beaten path, but it can be nice sometimes, during all the hustle and bustle, to have a little peace and quiet.
Another good strategy, especially if you can't get decent ADR times, is to consider eating meals at "off" times. Try having your main, table service meal for lunch instead of dinner. Eat early: lunch at 11, dinner at 5...or late: lunch at 2, dinner at 8. You may be able to get table service seating this way, and for counter service meals, the crowds tend to be a little lighter during these times.
Don't overlook the standard advice about eating some meals in, especially if you have access to a kitchen. Breakfasts in the room are a given: great way to save time and money. And many folks who have a full kitchen like to do their entire holiday meal, turkey and all, in their room. This can be a nice way to create some very special memories...and save money in the process.
What is the best way to plan a Disney vacation when it comes to meals during the Walt Disney World holidays? A little planning will pay off with a wonderful vacation that has an extra dose of holiday magic and provide a trip filled with special holiday memories. - 31515
About the Author:
Nancy Bobby has been visiting Disney World (and doing it affordably) for over a decade, and has had 11 (and counting) family vacations to Walt Disney World. To learn how to plan an affordable Disney family vacation, and to receive a free Disney vacation planning bonus, visit www.theaffordablemouse.com.
