The new Disney dining cancellation policy is going to be delayed in going into place and will not begin tomorrow (Oct. 31, 2013) as expected. It is a temporary delay so don’t think it won’t be happening because it’s still going to get into place eventually.
All of the cancellation fees for Disney signature dining restaurants are still in place as they have been for quite some time now. Those are not affected by this delay so be aware when making reservations.
Plans are still in place to start a $10 per guest charge for any cancellation not received the day before the reservation time.
To avoid a $10 per person penalty, cancellations will need to be made by 11:59 p.m. on the day before the reservation is made for.
In order to cancel a dining reservation, call 407-WDW-CNCL or go to guest relations, the front desk of the restaurant, or use the Disney Dining website.
As soon as word on when this new cancellation policy for all Disney table-service restaurants is in place, Doctor Disney will let you know.
No matter how they try to enforce this (or what you may or may not think of it), it is un-enforceable. If you receive a charge, contact your credit card company and 100% of the time, it will be removed.