







Something new is coming to the Disney hotels at the Walt Disney World Resort in the next few weeks:





Rapid Fill — will roll out at resort locations with self-service beverage stations at Walt Disney World Resort hotels. The introduction of these new mugs will take place in a phased approach beginning in July with Disney’s All Star Resorts, where the program originally piloted in 2011.



The new Rapid Fill mugs have a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip installed in the mug that allows it to be programmed for multiple days (with the option of adding additional days) all the way through Guests’ entire length of stay (even more than 14 days, but they have to be CONSECUTIVE).



Mugs will allow Guests to refill beverages at any resort self-service beverage station. Guests also will be able to check their remaining days available on the fountain beverage dispenser’s LCD communication display. Rapid Fill mugs may be purchased and used at any resort self-service beverage island. Disney Dining Plan Guests will receive this mug as part of their package.



A new refillable mug program —— will roll out at resort locations with self-service beverage stations at Walt Disney World Resort hotels. The introduction of these new mugs will take place in a phased approach beginning in July with Disney’s All Star Resorts, where the program originally piloted in 2011.The new Rapid Fill mugs have a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip installed in the mug that allows it to be programmed for multiple days (with the option of adding additional days) all the way through Guests’ entire length of stay (even more than 14 days, but they have to be CONSECUTIVE).Mugs will allow Guests to refill beverages at any resort self-service beverage station. Guests also will be able to check their remaining days available on the fountain beverage dispenser’s LCD communication display. Rapid Fill mugs may be purchased and used at any resort self-service beverage island. Disney Dining Plan Guests will receive this mug as part of their package.

Here you are some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) you may have about the "Rapid Fill" mugs:





- What's the difference between the current Resort Refillable mugs and the Rapid Fill mugs?

The Rapid Fill mugs offer Guests flexibility by allowing them to choose one, two, or three days of refills or for their entire length of stay. The RFID (radio frequency identification) chip installed in the mug alerts Guests as to how many days they have remaining on their mug. The program was tested in 2011 at Disney’s All Star Resorts and is similar to the technology currently used in mugs sold at Disney water parks.





- Can non-Walt Disney World Resort Guests purchase and use the mug?

Yes. Anyone can purchase and use the Rapid Fill mugs at any resort self-service beverage station.





- Can the Rapid Fill mugs be used in multiple resort hotels?

Yes. The Rapid Fill mugs may be enjoyed at any resort hotel self-service beverage station.





- Can I bring the same Rapid Fill mug each time I visit the Walt Disney World Resort?

No, past mugs cannot be activated for future visits. Guests who purchase the Length of Stay option for Rapid Fill program can use the mug for fourteen (14) consecutive days after activation. Guests can extend the mug beyond the 14-day Length of Stay option as long as it’s still within the current length of stay.





- If the mug is activated for first use at 5 p.m., will the one day count until 5 p.m. the next day?

No, the day will end at 11:59 p.m. that night. Each day is a calendar day (12:01 a.m. – 11:59 p.m.), not a 24-hour period. Whenever the mug is used for the first time, regardless of time of day, the mug will expire for that day at midnight.





- Can the current water park mug be used in resorts?

No. The current water park mug is only valid in water parks, with no resort add-on option. However, Guests soon will be able to add a water park option for their mug.





- Can Guests purchase a Resort Rapid Fill mug anywhere at Walt Disney World Resort?

Resort Rapid Fill mugs may only be purchased at Walt Disney World Resort hotels with self-service beverage stations.





- If a Guest prefers not to purchase the Rapid Fill mug, can they purchase a regular mug instead?

The Rapid Fill mugs will be the only refillable mugs available at this time. Guests may choose to purchase nonrefillable paper cups for their drinks if they prefer.





- Can mugs be microwaved?

No, the mug cannot be microwaved.





- What is the price of the Rapid Fill mug?

The prices of the mugs vary based on Guest preference for number of days for refills, as follows:

$8.99 for 1 day

$11.99 for 2 days

$14.99 for 3 days

$17.99 for length of stay (4+ days)

So, what do you think? Are you looking forward to use these new mugs? Tell us what you think.



