First, please understand that not every resort we represent offers a meal plan option.
For those that do, the answer really depends on how much an often you desire to eat. Historically, a breakfst only meal plan option has offered some savings when compared to purhasing your meals a-la-cart at a hotel.
However, MAP (breakfast & dinner) or FAP (breakfast, lunch, & dinner) packages have been priced at a level where it is a convenience, but does not really represent much of a savings compared to when eating a-la-carte.
If an All-Inclusive opiton is offered - you must weigh how much alcohol you typically consume. Those packages are typically weighted to cover 4-6 drinks per day. A non-drinker may be able to eat a-la-cart at the hotel restaurants for less. While a big eater and partier may find a cost savings.