Just want to know if the meal package is worth an extra $40 per day.

Go to disboards.com - you'll get everything you need to know on pages that explain everything. If you want personal opinions, the friendly folk there can answer ANY question you have.

Enjoy-la!

disboards or allearsnet.com - lots of info.

Here's a link with a good article about the dining plan:
http://www.allearsnet.com/pl/packages08a.htm

The Standard Disney dining plan is a reasonable value if you use the credits well. It is absolutely a good value if you have children under the age of 10.

Here's an article on healthy counter-service / quick service options: http://www.buildabettermousetrip.com...odchoices.html

Here's a link with a list of items you can get with your snack credits: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1683477

Yes.