
Emma C, United Kingdom
- 7/8/2025
About Me
I live in a small town in England, not far away from the beautiful Lake District, and work as a Client Manager at an accountancy firm. I first visited the Walt Disney World Resort as a young adult, back in 2000, after having always wanted to visit as a child and let's just say the rest is history! Almost 20 trips later, I still love nothing more than to be researching and planning for our next trip, which is never far away.
I am so excited to be a part of planDisney and to be able to help people to plan their magical holidays to the Walt Disney World Resort - it really is a dream come true!
About My Family
My husband Phil & I have been together for almost 20 years and are parents to two amazing children - our 21-year old son and 8-year old daughter who have both grown up, from a very young age, having been on regular holidays to the Walt Disney World Resort. Phil and I both work and have a fairly hectic day-to-day life so, we really do treasure being able to spend quality time together, as a family, at the most magical place on earth.
Being international visitors, we tend to visit the Walt Disney World Resort for at least two weeks at a time and generally book our trips a year in advance. We plan our visits in great detail in order to get the most out of every moment, ensuring that all of our Advance Dining Reservations and Lightning Lane selections are made at the earliest possible opportunity. When at the Theme Parks, I love to watch the shows, parades and fireworks whilst the rest of my family like to enjoy all of the thrill rides, again and again!
About My Disney Experience
I first visited the Walt Disney World Resort at the age of 20 after spending many hours as a child wishing that one day I would be able to see all of the magic firsthand. Needless to say, after that initial trip I was hooked and once I became a mum, I couldn't wait to book our first family holiday to the most magical place on earth. Since then, we have racked up almost another 20 trips.
Over the years, I have visited with both immediate and extended family as well as groups of friends. I have experience of travelling with children ageing from just 2-years old all the way up to young adults. Past trips have included stays at value, moderate and deluxe Walt Disney World Resort hotels, dining at many of the on-site restaurants and using the Disney Dining Plan. I have also experienced a whole host of special events held at the Theme Parks - Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is my absolute favourite!
In addition to our many trips to the Walt Disney World Resort, my family and I have set sail on four Disney Cruise Line voyages as well as having visited Disneyland Paris countless times.
For me, planning our upcoming trips is almost as much fun as the holidays themselves. I cannot wait to share my knowledge and help you to create your very own holiday of a lifetime!
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Jun 6, 2025
Helen from Lancashire askedI am trying to book the build a droid workshop online and saw an answer to do this via the tours and recreation phone number. Unfortunately I have just been told that booking this is not possible until you arrive in the US. Is this correct?Emma AnsweredHi Helen and welcome back to planDisney!As one of the current UK panellists, it will be my absolute pleasure to help you out today.It looks as though you are in full planning mode for your August...View Related Videos - On Jun 1, 2025
Amy from West Midlands askedI am purchasing a 3 night stay from Sunday to Wednesday at les villages nature paris hotel. The booking at the review page says that we'll have hotel and 2 day park tickets. Which days would we get tickets for so I can purchase additional daysEmma AnsweredBonjour Amy and welcome to planDisney.I am so excited to hear that you're planning to visit Disneyland Paris in September during your stay at the absolutely fantastic Les Villages Nature Paris. A...View Related Videos - On May 30, 2025
Michael from NY askedHow do you book Disneyland Paris, Hotel with military rateEmma AnsweredBonjour Michael and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a trip to one of my all-time favourite holiday destinations - Disneyland Paris! Let me start off by saying that you're in...View Related Videos - On May 29, 2025
Steve from MN askedWe are planning to visit Disney Paris and take advantage of the 2 day military discount ticket. In doing so, do we have to go to the park on consecutive days or could we go on a Saturday and the following Monday?Emma AnsweredHi Steve and bienvenue to planDisney.I'm so excited to see that you're planning a visit to Disneyland Paris! It really is such a beautiful place and in my opinion, Sleeping Beauty Castle is...View Related Videos - On May 29, 2025
Asha from London askedHi there, Am comparing options for March next year. When I select All Star Movies, the upgrade for the Quick Service DP is approx £900 but if I select AOA, the update is approx £1400. Can i ask why its different if both are Value resorts?Emma AnsweredHi Asha and welcome to planDisney!The Free Dining & Drinks in 2026 promotion is such a fantastic Deal, isn't it? This is my family's favourite promotion to take advantage of when booking our next...View Related Videos - On May 28, 2025
Sarah-jayne from Warwickshire askedWhere can I find a map of DisneyWorld Florida Emma AnsweredHi Sarah-Jayne and welcome to planDisney!Do you know what, I love nothing more than browsing copies of paper maps for the Walt Disney World Theme Parks. Goodness only knows how many I have collected...View Related Videos - On May 28, 2025
Melissa from UK askedWe are staying at the Davy Crockett ranch and arriving Thursday 12th June. How can we book the character breakfast please at the plaza gardens ??Emma AnsweredHi Melissa and welcome to planDisney!Your visit to Disneyland Paris is right around the corner - you must be so excited! Be sure to check out both the recently debuted Disney Music Festival and...View Related Videos - On May 27, 2025
Laura from West Yorkshire askedI’m staying in a Disney hotel and have the booking showing in my Disneyland Paris app, but it is not allowing me to book a character breakfast, or tables for restaurants yet. Whenever I try it only shows dates up until end of July and I’m staying in AugustEmma AnsweredHi Laura and bienvenue to planDisney.How exciting that you'll be visiting Disneyland Paris this Summer! Be sure not to miss the all-new Disney Music Festival and utterly amazing Disney Tales of Magic...View Related Videos - On May 27, 2025
We asked our panelists…Hi, do the hotels at Disneyland Paris have irons? Emma AnsweredBonjour and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a visit to Disneyland Paris! Staying at a Disney Hotel, right in the heart of the magic, is always my family's preference, when we...View Related Videos - On May 27, 2025
Jude from Lancashire askedHow can I book the Savi Light saber experience ? I arrive in 60 days.Emma AnsweredBright Suns, Jude and welcome to planDisney.Building your very own custom lightsaber at Savi's Workshop is an absolute must-do when visiting Walt Disney World for any Star Wars fan! You simply must...View Related Videos - On May 27, 2025
Greg from South Derbyshire askedHello Can I upgrade to an annual pass whilst I'm at home in the UK? Thank youEmma AnsweredHi Greg and welcome to planDisney.It sounds as though you're in the planning stages of a trip, or, multiple trips, to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World!If you'll be visiting after...View Related Videos - On May 26, 2025
Lynn from CA askedHello, Can we make reservations for the restaurant La Table de Lumiere without staying at the Disneyland Hotel?Emma AnsweredBonjour Lynn and welcome to planDisney.How exciting that you're planning a visit to Disneyland Paris!Let me start off by telling you how absolutely stunning the Disneyland Hotel is. Although this is...View Related Videos - On May 26, 2025
Nicola askedHi I got a 2019 pass holder limited edition band that I brought from someone from new am going Disney world in July how can I link it to my account please as I have done everything it said by putting it near the phone and connecting it but it’s not showingEmma AnsweredHi Nicola and welcome to planDisney.How exciting that you'll be visiting Walt Disney World in just a couple of months time. My family will be visiting not long after you and are already excitedly...View Related Videos - On May 25, 2025
Jennifer from Shropshire askedMy husband and I are hoping to come back to Disney World in October 2026 we were there in October 2023 we used our older magic bands but they kept playing up when we went into the parks. Is it possible to have new magic bands but can we have plain onesEmma AnsweredHi Jennifer and welcome back to planDisney.I'm so excited to hear that you're planning a trip to Walt Disney World next October. October is one of my favourite months to visit as the temperature has...View Related VideosThe best digital tools for Walt Disney World Resort vacations!
- On May 24, 2025
Kimberly ann from ON askedHow do you buy Disneyland Paris tickets for 9 people on the Disneyland ParisEmma AnsweredHi Kimberly Ann and bienvenue to planDisney!I'm so excited to see that you're going to be visiting my favourite European holiday destination - Disneyland Paris!I'm not sure if you've had the...View Related Videos - On May 24, 2025
Derek from Aberdeenshire askedLooking at being in orlando for 4 days prior to a cruise with the possibility of 3 free days to do the parks whats the best way price ways. Laat week in April 2026 boarding cruise 2nd of MayEmma AnsweredHi Derek and welcome to planDisney.How exciting that not only are you going to be setting sail on a Cruise but, that you'll also be able to squeeze in a few park days at Walt Disney World,...View Related Videos - On May 19, 2025
Ruth from Essex askedHi there, I have made my restaurant reservations 60 days out for the first 10 days of the trip, when can I book the remaining days? Thanks, RuthEmma AnsweredHi Ruth and welcome to planDisney.How exciting that you'll be visiting Walt Disney World this July! I always think that once you've reached 60 days out, your final holiday countdown has begun. It...View Related Videos - On May 19, 2025
Carrie from South Yorkshire askedWe are staying at Pop Century this Oct. My booking invoice for our trip includes ‘Q-serv meal upgrade quick dine’. Does this mean that we have the upgraded version of the quick dine plan? i.e. a snack each and a refillable resort mug as well as the meals?Emma AnsweredHi Carrie and welcome to planDisney!It sounds as though you booked the Free Dining and Drinks offer for travel in 2025 which was available to book, here in the UK, from 18 April - 7 November 2024. As... - On May 18, 2025
Sharon from Durham askedHello, we’re staying at Disney All Star Movies for one night in February 2026 after our DCL cruise before we fly home. Will we get free tickets to a waterpark?Emma AnsweredHi Sharon and welcome back to planDisney.I am so happy to hear that you'll be squeezing a tiny bit more magic out of your trip by spending the night at Disney's All-Star Movies Resort, before heading...View Related Videos - On May 17, 2025
Louise from Mersyside askedHi, is the water park admission only valid on arrival day for UK guests also? As we have paid for 14 day park tickets so was unsure if same rule applies? Thank youEmma AnsweredHi Louise and welcome back to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a trip to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World, later this year. There's absolutely nothing I love more than...View Related Videos - On May 16, 2025
Lucy from Berkshire askedWe are 60 days from arrival and trying to book the Magic Kingdom Happily Ever After Pre-party. Please can you tell us how we do this from the UK as the booking link does not appear for us.Emma AnsweredHi Lucy and welcome to planDisney.Watching Happily Ever After fireworks extravaganza is one of my favourite things to do when visiting the Magic Kingdom. I don't know why but, watching the amazing...View Related Videos - On May 15, 2025
Katrina from - askedHi, would like to buy tickets for MNSSHP today when they go on sale, could you please inform me how to do this from the UK please.Emma AnsweredHi Katrina and welcome to planDisney.As I'm a big fan of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and a fellow UK Guest, it will be my absolute please to answer your question today. Let's boo this!There...View Related Videos - On May 14, 2025
Elizabeth askedLooking forward to our trip in October 2025 from the UK to Walt Disney World. How can we book Caring for Giants at animal kingdom?Emma AnsweredHi Elizabeth and welcome to planDisney.Just like my own family, it looks as though you're in the planning stages of a trip to Walt Disney World later this year. We are excitedly counting down the...View Related VideosUltimate Guide To Wild Africa Trek at Disney's Animal Kingdom
- On May 14, 2025
Hannah from Leicestershire askedGood Morning! I was wondering if you could possibly advise what the current blue light discount is for 2026 holidays? Many thanksEmma AnsweredHi Hannah and welcome to planDisney!Blue Light Card Discount is indeed available on Walt Disney World bookings made with the Walt Disney Travel Company, here in the UK.As of right now, a discount of...View Related VideosA Guide To Dining at Walt Disney World With Your Little Ones
- On May 14, 2025
Dawn from East Yorkshire askedHi.I have booked via a travel agent to come back to have a magical holiday next year,having not been for 10 years.When can I add my booking to my Disney experience app?Emma AnsweredHi Dawn and welcome to planDisney.Wow! I'm so happy to hear that you'll be visiting Walt Disney World in 2026! A lot has changed over the past 10 years but, I'm happy to report that Walt Disney World...View Related VideosThe best digital tools for Walt Disney World Resort vacations!
- On May 13, 2025
Emma from Notts askedHi, staying on Disney property but traveling from the UK. What time in the UK will MNSSHP be on sale on 15/5. Do I have to purchase via phone or on the app? Hoping to visit on Halloween so want to give us the best chance of securing tickets, thanksEmma AnsweredBoo-To-You, Emma and welcome to planDisney!I'm so excited that you'll be able to experience my favourite Special Event at Walt Disney World - Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, when you visit...View Related Videos - On May 13, 2025
Jennifer from Berwickshire askedI have a Disney Wuivk service dining plan and was wondering how much it would cost to upgrade to the Disney dining plan ? Thank youEmma AnsweredHi Jennifer and welcome to planDisney!How wonderful that you're planning a visit to Walt Disney World and from what I can see, it looks as though your visit is just around the corner - it doesn't get...View Related Videos - On May 13, 2025
Kenneth from Bucks askedHow do I get my Flight Booking reference when I have booked a package through Disney?Emma AnsweredHi Kenneth and welcome to planDisney.How exciting that you'll be visiting my favourite holiday destination later this year - Walt Disney World!September is actually one of my favourite times to visit...View Related VideosA Guide To Planning Your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation With Little Ones
- On May 13, 2025
Megan from Northamptonshire askedHi! We are heading to WDW for our honeymoon soon. When can I look at flight information? We want to check we are sat together and look into extra leg room etc. Any advice would be much appreciated.Emma AnsweredHi Megan and welcome to planDisney.Huge congratulations on your upcoming nuptials and how exciting that you'll be celebrating your honeymoon at Walt Disney World this Summer! My family, like yours,... - On May 13, 2025
Julia from Lan askedHi I'm from the UK and am wanting to book the firework party in August 2025, Celebration at the Top - Sip, Savour & Sparkle but I can't find which days it is on. Please can you advise and also let me know how to book this from the UK. ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Julia and welcome to planDisney!Celebration at the Top - Sip, Savor, Sparkle is currently on my list of new things that I'd like to try during my next visit to Walt Disney World. It looks amazing,...View Related Videos - On May 12, 2025
Trisha from HI askedHi. I booked a DLP package that included Magical Express. Do we need to make reservations prior to landing for the Magical Express shuttle? If not, how to we confirm that we have already paid for it as part of the package?Emma AnsweredBonjour, Trisha and thanks for stopping by with your question about your upcoming trip to my favourite European holiday destination - Disneyland Paris.The Magical Shuttle is a convenient way of...View Related Videos - On May 12, 2025
Elinor from Essex askedHi, could you please advise if I will be able to book Old Key West or Saratoga Springs with the free dining plan for August 2026, once these resorts are available (I think around 10 months ahead). Thank you.Emma AnsweredHi Elinor and welcome to planDisney!The Free Dining & Drinks promotion is my family's favourite Deal to take advantage of when booking our next trip to Walt Disney World. We love having a Disney...View Related Videos - On May 10, 2025
Janet from Northern Ireland askedHi I will be booking for April 2026 once dates are available while we are there it will be my sons birthday do you know if it’s possible to get balloons for the hotel room. We will be booking either Newport bay or sequoia lodge.Emma AnsweredHi Janet and bienvenue to planDisney!How exciting that you'll be celebrating your Son's birthday whilst visiting Disneyland Paris next April. My family celebrated many of my Daughter's early...View Related Videos - On May 10, 2025
Laura from East Sussex askedAll booked for 2026- so excited for our 1st DWF trip. I know we have plenty of time, but how can I make a room preference request?Emma AnsweredHi Laura and welcome back to planDisney!I'm so happy to see that you have managed to book your 2026 trip to Walt Disney World! I seriously love nothing more than getting my next trip booked and being...View Related Videos - On May 10, 2025
Michael askedHi, once our 60 day booking period opens (staying onsite) is there any way I will be able to book Wild Africa Trek from UkEmma AnsweredHi Michael and welcome to planDisney.It looks as though you're in the planning stages of an upcoming trip to Walt Disney World and in my opinion, the key to having the best time whilst you are...View Related VideosUltimate Guide To Wild Africa Trek at Disney's Animal Kingdom
- On May 8, 2025
Glen from Antwerp askedHi, We have booked a 14 day magic ticket and it has a validity period that is from november 22nd valid to December 9th. And we were not sure if this ticket would still be vaild on December 9th itself? Thanks!Emma AnsweredHi Glen and welcome to planDisney!You have picked a great time of year to visit Walt Disney World. The end of November/beginning of December usually offers lovely weather without the intense heat and...View Related Videos - On May 7, 2025
In-wey from Selangor askedHi planDisney I have booked a Plaza Gardens Dinner Buffet at Disneyland Paris. Is there a time limit for the buffet?Emma AnsweredBonjour In-Wey and welcome to planDisney!I'm so excited to see that you're planning a visit to my favourite European holiday destination - Disneyland Paris. As an added bonus, it looks as though you...View Related Videos - On May 7, 2025
Hayley from United Kingdom askedCould you please let me know an approximate date when May/June 2026 bookings will be released? Thank you ☺️Emma AnsweredHi Hayley and bienvenue to planDisney!As someone who loves nothing more than a brand new Disneyland Paris trip to count down the days to, I totally understand your desire to get your next visit...View Related Videos - On May 5, 2025
Terence from kent askedHow do you purchase MNSSHP tickets from the UK? Im worried we'll miss out as it's what my daughter would like for her birthday.Emma AnsweredHi Terence and welcome back to planDisney!It sounds like your daughter is a girl after my own heart as I can't think of anything that I would love more for my birthday than tickets to my favourite...View Related VideosA Look Inside The Haunted Mansion Ballroom | planDisney Podcast - Episode 3
- On May 5, 2025
Katie from Lancashire askedI am staying at the Wyndham Lake near Disney Springs in August. What time is the first/last shuttle to the parks?Emma AnsweredHi Katie and welcome to planDisney.There's nothing I love more than helping a Guest to plan their next trip to Walt Disney World - even more so when they're from my home County of Lancashire!It looks...View Related Videos - On May 5, 2025
Debbie askedHello! I have just linked my disney 14 day tickets to my disney app ready for my trip in August. I'm just checking that this won't start the 14 day countdown until my first day in the park in August?Emma AnsweredHi Debbie and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a Summer trip to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World! My family will also be visiting in August and are...View Related Videos - On May 5, 2025
Michaela from Devon askedWe have a 14 day pass but will be going on a 7night Disney Cruise in the middle of our holiday. Will these days still be included although we aren't using the pass? Would love for the pass to last until we fly home 21days laterEmma AnsweredHi Michaela and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you'll be visiting Walt Disney World and setting sail on a Disney Cruise when you visit Florida this October - I am not jealous at all!Our UK...View Related Videos - On May 5, 2025
Adrian from England askedHello we are staying in the all star movie resort in August and was wondering if you have to book a table for breakfast for 6.30 ish every morning at the food court restaurant and is that the only place you can eat there,iv looked on the website . Emma AnsweredHi Adrian and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a trip to Walt Disney World this August. My family, like yours, will also be visiting at around the same time. Have you started a...View Related Videos - On May 3, 2025
Erin from - askedIf I buy a 7 day park ticket do I need to use it on 7 consecutive daysEmma AnsweredHi Erin and welcome back to planDisney!I'm so excited to see that you're in the planning stages of a visit to "The Most Magical Place on Earth." My family are currently counting down the days to our...View Related Videos - On May 3, 2025
Steve askedHi, I book our holiday 3 days ago but unfortunately need to cancel. Is the deposit refundable? Kind regardsEmma AnsweredHi Steve and welcome to planDisney.I am so sorry to hear that you need to cancel a recently made booking for a trip to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World. This is definitely not a...View Related Videos - On May 1, 2025
Jane from Berkshire askedCan I cancel my booking and obtain a refund for the deposit?Emma AnsweredHi Jane and welcome to planDisney.Firstly, I am so sorry to hear that you may need to cancel an existing booking for an upcoming visit to Walt Disney World.Unfortunately, without knowing which...View Related Videos - On Apr 30, 2025
Terri ann from North lincolnshire askedHow much is it to upgrade my dining plan to moderate dining plan as staying at all star movies for 2 adults and 1 5 year old? Thank youEmma AnsweredHi Terri ann and welcome to planDisney.How exciting that you're planning to visit Walt Disney World. I love nothing more than a brand new Disney holiday to count down the days to! Plus, as far as I...View Related Videos - On Apr 30, 2025
Jade from England askedHi, I have booked the Disney finding plan offer through Disney direct and 24 hours later found a cheaper offer for a moderate hotel on a different website- can I cancel my booking with DisneyEmma AnsweredHi Jade and welcome to planDisney.I'm excited to see that you are planning a visit to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World!The Free Dining & Drinks in 2026 Deal which is currently...View Related Videos - On Apr 29, 2025
Sharon from Lancashire askedI booked Port Orleans FQ for next year and upgraded to the full dining plan. I want to do a split stay and end our holiday with a few nights at Animal Kingdom. On the day I check out of FQ and into AKL will I be able to use a dining credit that evening?Emma AnsweredHi Sharon and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you've already booked a stay at Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter for next year complete with an upgrade to the Disney Dining Plan. Don't you...View Related Videos - On Apr 27, 2025
Claire from North Somerset asked14 day magic ticket over 18 days. If we start in water park then to theme park is that 1 or 2 days gone from our allowance and same question if the reverse scenario happened? Also, day just at water park is this use of a theme park day?Emma AnsweredHi Claire and welcome to planDisney!As one of the current UK panellists, it will be my absolute pleasure to assist you today with your question about our UK and Ireland Exclusive Disney Magic Tickets...View Related Videos