Family Vacation Deals Where Everyone Eats Free

messy child eating ice cream
messy child eating ice cream

Ice cream and free food — the best things in life (Photo: Flickr/Suzette)

By Suzanne Rowan Kelleher

Turns out, there is such a thing as a free lunch. If you play your cards right and choose the right package, you can score dining credits, free kids meals or even complimentary dining for the whole family.

Disney World
Where: Orlando, Florida
Why: Because Disney World’s wildly popular free dining plan is back on the table for fall getaways. Book a six-night Magic Your Way package including hotel and park tickets and you’ll get a free dining plan for everyone in your family. Book by Aug. 8 for stays Aug. 31-Dec. 23, with blackout dates.

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fireworks at disney world
fireworks at disney world

Celebrate America fireworks at Walt Disney World (Photo: Tom Bricker/Flickr)

Colonial Williamsburg
Where: Williamsburg, Virginia
Why: Because the Revolutionary City makes for a fabulously fun and educational getaway any time of year. Book three nights at the Williamsburg Lodge with the Kids Stay, Play, and Eat Free offer. Children ages 12 and under stay free, get free admission to Colonial Williamsburg, can play free golf and tennis and eat breakfast and dinner for free with paying adults. Available for stays June 13-Aug. 28, 2014.

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scenes from colonial williamsburg
scenes from colonial williamsburg

Colonial Williamsburg (Photo: Flickr/Humberto Moreno)


Mohonk Mountain House
Where: New Paltz, New York
Why: Because this all-inclusive castle resort in New York’s Hudson Valley was named one of America’s best family resorts by both USA Today and Travel + Leisure magazine. Come for a midweek stay in July and kids ages 12 and under stay and eat free. They offer a myriad recreational pursuits include swimming, tennis, disc golf, rock climbing, mountain biking, lawn games, outdoor movies and a raft of scheduled kid-centric activities. The offer is not available over the July 4th holiday.

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mohonk in summer
mohonk in summer

Mohonk Mountain House (Photo: Jordan Confino/Flickr)

Ohio State Park Lodges
Where: 5 Lodges in Ohio
Why: Because Ohio’s state park lodges are both resort-like and extremely affordable, and this special offer makes a getaway downright irresistible. Book the Ultimate Summer Surprise package and snag 20-percent savings on your lodge accommodations, a daily $50 restaurant credit, plus—here’s the surprise—a scratch card for a chance to win a prize ranging from a t-shirt to a free night’s stay. Use promo code OHSURPRISE.

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ohio's gorgeous parks
ohio's gorgeous parks

Quarry Park Marion Ohio (Photo: Flickr/Todd Petrie)

Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa
Where: Fort Myers, Florida
Why: Because this kid-friendly resort on Florida’s west coast offers a raft of fun family activities. Book a summer stay with the Suntastic Savings offer and get a $25 daily resort credit plus kids 12 and under eat free. Book by June 10 for travel through Sept. 30, 2014. Use promo code SUM.

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