In Episode 120 of the Disney Hour Express Podcast, Abbie and Rob wrap up their Disney Dining Plan 2025 Series diving into how the DDP applies to Disney Springs and Walt Disney World Resort hotels. They cover which restaurants require two table service credits and which don’t accept the dining plan at all. They also break down quick-service and snack spots where credits won’t work, At the resorts, they highlight top-tier dining locations that require two credits and lounges, bars, and eateries that are excluded entirely from the plan. Finally, they give their post series opinions on "Is the Disney Dining Plan worth it?"

The episode wraps with updates on major park news: Magic Kingdom will extend hours for Disney Starlight Dream the Night Away, Soarin’ Around the World now has a corrected Eiffel Tower scene, Test Track 3.0 launches soon-ish, and Winter Summerland Mini Golf has reopened. The hosts also discuss rising crowd levels at Epic Universe and the reveal of the theme for Halloween Horror Nights 34. Packed with planning tips and real insights, this episode helps listeners understand how to get the most from the Disney Dining Plan in 2025. You can reach Abbie and Rob: 📸 Instagram: @DisneyFamilyTravelPlanner 🎥 TikTok: @FamilyTravelPlanner ▶️ YouTube: Family Travel Planner 👍 Facebook: Disney Family Travel Planner Website: https://familytravelplanner.com Chapter List

00:00 – Intro and Welcome to Episode 120 00:38 – Exploring Disney Springs: Size and First Impressions 02:18 – Quick History of Disney Springs: From Lake Buena Vista to Today 03:36 – Bonus Episode Overview and Dining Plan Reminder 04:05 – Disney Springs Restaurants Requiring Two Table Service Credits 05:58 – Our Experience at Splitsville and Casual Dining Options 06:55 – Disney Springs Restaurants That Don’t Accept the Dining Plan 08:07 – Quick Service Locations Not Accepting Dining Plan Credits 11:55 – Transition to Resort Dining Overview 12:32 – Resort Restaurants Requiring Two Table Service Credits 16:23 – Dining Credit Options at Value, Moderate, and Deluxe Resorts 17:42 – Dining Plan Not Accepted at Bars and Lounges 22:58 – Importance of Verifying Dining Plan Participation 24:24 – Is the Disney Dining Plan Worth It in 2025? 28:43 – JOMO: The Joy of Missing Out Trend at Disney 30:35 – How Some Guests Do Disney Differently 33:24 – News: Magic Kingdom Parade and Fireworks Changes 34:00 – Starlight Dream the Night Away Details & Route 36:02 – Mini Golf Reopens at Winter Summerland 38:00 – Soarin’ Eiffel Tower Scene Fix and Ride System Update 40:34 – Astro Orbiter Refurbishment & Ride Testing 42:04 – Test Track 3.0 Opens Soon: What’s New 43:55 – Epic Universe: Ride Hours Extended After Park Close 46:55 – Increased Crowds At Epic Universe & Summer Travel Tips 48:48 – Final Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up