Walt Disney world may not be affected as much as Hawaii. Walt Disney World offers a free dining plan. You only have to pay for tips with the free dining plan.
This is the 3rd or 4th year Walt Disney World offers a free dining plan.
Here is the info for this year http://www.wdwinfo.com/disney-dining-plan.htm#rest.
The dates mentioned on the link are for United States Citizens only. Citizens of other countries get different dates to get this package.
Free food is a big help for families. It cuts downs on travel expenses for a whole family. families only have to pay for their hotel stay, traveling costs, and admission to the theme parks.
Places that offers stuff like free dining every year would not be as affected by an economic downturns.