
Emma C, United Kingdom
- 9/16/2025
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 Aug 3, 2025
Darren from Caerphilly askedHi, Looking to visit in November this year with 7 and 9 year old boys. Don’t want to overspend on accommodation but want something with decent facilities. happy to also split if needed if we do say 10-14 days. Is it all open at this time?Emma AnsweredHi Darren and welcome to planDisney!Nothing makes me happier than helping someone to plan a trip to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World and, it's always extra special, when that...View Related Videos - On Aug 3, 2025
Lynda from CA askedDoes Disney offer transportation from Disneyland Paris to Southampton port for a. Cruise?Emma AnsweredHi Lynda and welcome back to planDisney - it's great to see you here again. First of all, let me tell you that I love your thinking! If you're flying "over the pond" to embark on a Disney Cruise Line...View Related Videos - On Aug 2, 2025
Dru from LA askedCan I link a magic band previous for someone else to a new person?Emma AnsweredHi Dru and welcome to planDisney!I absolutely love the convenience of using a MagicBand when visiting Walt Disney World. It makes life so easy as you can use them to enter the Disney Parks, unlock...View Related Videos - On Aug 2, 2025
Abi from Scotland askedWe’ll be visiting from the UK next summer & would like to do a split stay, 7 nights at Caribbean Beach & 7 nights at All Star Sports. Both hotels currently have the free dining offer- would we be able to get this if we book a split stay?ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Abi and welcome to planDisney!With so many amazing Disney Resort Hotels available to choose from, it's no wonder that you're considering a split stay when you next visit Walt Disney World. It's a...View Related Videos - On Jul 30, 2025
Bev askedHow do I get my tickets to go to my iPhone wallet please Emma AnsweredHi Bev and welcome to planDisney.You're less than a week away from your visit to Walt Disney World - it doesn't get much more exciting than that! In no time at all, you'll be "walking right down the...View Related Videos - On Jul 29, 2025
Rhunedd askedUsing information from website to book Bibildi Boutique have tried to call UK Tours and Reservations to book and the automated line says we need to wait until we arrive in USA before we can. I thought we could book on the phone as per your website?Emma AnsweredHi Rhunedd and welcome to planDisney! It always makes me super happy when I'm able to help a fellow UK Guest with the planning of a trip to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney...View Related Videos - On Jul 28, 2025
Roxanne from NE askedHow to buy photo pass at Disney ParisEmma AnsweredHi RoxAnne and bienvenue to planDisney!Disney PhotoPass+ is a great way to collect and take home all of the photos and videos taken of you, during your time at Disneyland Paris and, as your Disney...View Related Videos - On Jul 28, 2025
Daniel from Malta askedHi Have booked tickets for family in new years period 29th to 31 Dec2025 How can i book the fireworks showEmma AnsweredBonjour Daniel and welcome to planDisney.Talk about ringing the New Year in, in style! Honestly, I cannot think of anywhere I would rather welcome the New Year than at Disneyland Paris. Although no...View Related Videos - On Jul 27, 2025
Emily askedIs it possible to stay at Davy Crockett Ranch without a car or is a car required? Is it possible to book taxis to the parks?Emma AnsweredBonjour Emily and welcome back to planDisney!I'm so excited to see that you're planning a trip to Disneyland Paris! Disneyland Park in particular is so beautiful and Sleeping Beauty Castle is, in my...View Related Videos - On Jul 27, 2025
Helen from Cheshire askedHow do I link two Disney references on the app?Emma AnsweredHi Helen and welcome to planDisney!If you ask me, the only thing better than having a trip to Walt Disney World booked to count down the days to, is having multiple trips booked, at the same time. I...View Related Videos - On Jul 26, 2025
Tomoko from JP-05 askedCan I restore the QR code of Premier Access that I deleted by mistake with the app?Emma AnsweredBonjour Tomoko and welcome to planDisney!Your visit to Disneyland Paris is only a couple of weeks away - how exciting! If you're anything like me, you'll soon be getting your suitcase out and trying...View Related Videos - On Jul 26, 2025
Katherine from Northumberland askedHow do I book Bibbidi bobbidu boutique from UKEmma AnsweredHi Katherine and welcome to planDisney!As one of the current UK panellists, it will be my absolute pleasure to assist you with making a reservation at the extremely popular Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique....View Related Videos - On Jul 25, 2025
Vici from West sussex askedHow do I let my resort hotel know that our one night stay is for our honeymoon? We are in the UK.Emma AnsweredHi Vici and welcome back to planDisney.There is nothing I love more than helping Guests with the planning of a visit to Walt Disney World and it's made even more special when that Guest happens to be... - On Jul 24, 2025
Lindsey askedHi I am trying to book Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for our Sept stay but the advisor on the call said he couldn’t do it. Can someone help make the reservation please. ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Lindsey and welcome to planDisney.As the mum of an 8-year old girl, let me tell you that there's nothing more magical than a visit to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique! Not only is this a special...View Related Videos - On Jul 24, 2025
Samantha askedI’d like to take my husband to the Californian grill on 20th of August 2025 to celebrate his 40th birthday & our 10yr wedding anniversary.Hoping to watch the fireworks while we are there-can you help me with reservation times pls?Emma AnsweredHi Samantha and welcome to planDisney!First of all, let me take a moment to wish your husband a very happy 40th birthday and congratulate you both on your 10 year wedding anniversary. Coincidentally,...View Related Videos - On Jul 24, 2025
Alana from NY askedIs there bag storage Emma AnsweredHi Alana and bienvenue to planDisney!I'm so excited to see that you're planning a visit to my local Disney Resort - Disneyland Paris!Did you know that Disneyland Paris is well known for its amazing...View Related Videos - On Jul 24, 2025
Jasmin askedHello I’m going to WDW in October with my family. My four-year-old loves Doc McStuffins. I’ve seen that the Disney junior show has closed. Does Doc still have a meet and greet spot? Will there be any way to meet her, or only via character dining? ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Jasmin and welcome to planDisney!There's nothing more exciting than planning a holiday to Walt Disney World and I know only too well, when travelling with little ones, that meeting their favourite...View Related Videos - On Jul 23, 2025
Rebecca from OR askedI purchased 4day tickets for September I wanted to know if I could use $$ and just buy annual pass instead of ticketsEmma AnsweredHi Rebecca and bienvenue to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a visit to my favourite European holiday destination - Disneyland Paris! First of all, I love the fact that you will be...View Related Videos - On Jul 23, 2025
Kristin from FL askedDisney Paris offers military discount on park tickets. Can the spouse and child of a U.S. military veteran use this benefit even without the military member? My child and myself wanted to visit Disney Paris park but my spouse cannot join us.Emma AnsweredBonjour Kristin and welcome back to planDisney!I'm so excited to see that you're planning a trip overseas with a stop off at Disneyland Paris! Living in the UK, my family are frequent visitors and...View Related Videos - On Jul 22, 2025
Alice from East Riding Of Yorkshire askedhow to book harmony barbour in main streetEmma AnsweredHi Alice and welcome to planDisney!It won't much longer before you arrive at Walt Disney World and are "walking right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A." at the Magic Kingdom, where,...View Related Videos - On Jul 22, 2025
We asked our panelists…Am trying to locate my family on the legacy wall can you helpEmma AnsweredHi there, friend. Thanks for stopping by planDisney with your great question about Leave A Legacy at EPCOT.I absolutely love the fact that this program, which ran from 1999 to June 2007, offered...View Related Videos - On Jul 20, 2025
Paul from Europe askedDoes the 14 day pass include a discount option at the Disney golf courses?Emma AnsweredHi Paul and welcome to planDisney.It looks as though you are in the early planning stages of a 2026 trip to Walt Disney World. If you ask me, the planning is almost as much fun as the trip itself and...View Related Videos - On Jul 20, 2025
Rachel from United kingdom askedHi I would like to booked the reserved area for the firework show but I can’t find it on my account anywhereEmma AnsweredHi Rachel and bienvenue to planDisney!It looks as though you will be arriving at Disneyland Paris just a few days before my family's next visit. Are you counting down the days yet?Despite having...View Related Videos - On Jul 19, 2025
Sarah from Scotland askedCan I store luggage at a WDW Disney Hotel after my cruise? We have Disney transfers from the cruise, but a long wait for our flight home. Can I leave luggage at the resort and collect when it’s time to leave for the airport. ThanksEmma AnsweredAhoy there, Sarah and welcome back to planDisney.How exciting that you'll be enjoying a land and sea Disney holiday, when you next visit Florida - that sounds like a pretty perfect combo, if you ask...View Related Videos - On Jul 17, 2025
Kim from BUSAN askedHello I’m planning to visit Disneyland Paris on October 30, 2025. I’d like to book a reserved seat for the Illuminations show — do you know when the October block will become available?Emma AnsweredHi Kim and bienvenue to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a visit to Disneyland Paris and at my favourite time of the year, too, during the Disney Halloween Festival! In addition to all of...View Related Videos - On Jul 16, 2025
Amanda from Lancashire askedWhere/ how do I buy the special Christmas event tickets?? I can only find info on what to do, eat and experience, but no link to actually buy tickets. We are staying at art of animation in November so should be allowed to buy today??Emma AnsweredHi Amanda and welcome to planDisney.Visiting Walt Disney World at anytime of year is a magical experience but, once the Christmas decorations go up, it just adds an extra layer of pixie dust, somehow...View Related Videos - On Jul 15, 2025
Ellie from England askedWhat date will November/December 2026 bookings be released please?Emma AnsweredBonjour, Ellie and welcome to planDisney.How exciting that you're planning a trip to Disneyland Paris for the end of 2026. Depending on your arrival date, you will likely be able to experience Disney...View Related Videos - On Jul 15, 2025
Sophie from Melbourne askedHello. I was just wondering if I needed to purchase any additional pass or ticket on top of my standard day ticket for New Year’s Eve this year? I’ve booked a ticket for December 31st at Disneyland Paris, but I’ve seen different information out there!Emma AnsweredHi Sophie and welcome to planDisney!A visit to Disneyland Paris at anytime of year is fantastic but, I seriously cannot think of anywhere better to ring in the New Year. My family did actually spend...View Related Videos - On Jul 14, 2025
Emily from TX askedHiya! I am visiting Disneyland Paris for the first time. However, I am a little bit confused on purchasing/using Disney Premier Access Ultimate & One. What is the difference/and works? Another question Will I be able to get a birthday/celebrate button?Emma AnsweredHi Emily and bienvenue to planDisney!I'm so excited to hear that you're planning a trip to Disneyland Paris! As I am based in the UK, my family are frequent visitors and my goodness, if this will be...View Related Videos - On Jul 11, 2025
Emma from Essex askedHi , I’m going to Walt Disney world and I want to go to the Magic Kingdom on 28th & 29th July. Will the new electrical evening parade be showing these two nights?Emma AnsweredHi Emma and welcome back to planDisney.Your trip to Walt Disney World is so close - you'll be walking right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A. before you know it!Oh my goodness, I am SO excited to...View Related Videos - On Jul 11, 2025
Adam from West Midlands askedWhat time are the shows at Biergarten? I’m looking to go early September. ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Adam and welcome to planDisney!It always makes me happy when I'm able to help a fellow Brit plan a trip to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World, but, I simply couldn't resist...View Related Videos - On Jul 11, 2025
Dawn from Scotland askedDo you need a reservation if you have a 14 day park ticket?Emma AnsweredHi Dawn and welcome to planDisney.If you ask me, there is nothing more exciting than having an upcoming visit to Walt Disney World to count down the days to. Although your trip is still a little...View Related Videos - On Jul 10, 2025
Natalie from isle of wight askedHi can you tell me if Typhoon Lagoon will be open in November 2025 please? I’m reading different articles which say it will be closed and the other will be open. Thank you NatalieEmma AnsweredHi Natalie and welcome to planDisney!Honestly, after this red hot weekend we have just enjoyed, here in the UK, there is nowhere that I would rather be right now than sat on an inner tube, drifting...View Related Videos - On Jul 10, 2025
Paul askedIs behind the scenes at magic kingdom railroad still available?Emma AnsweredHi Paul and welcome to planDisney!It sounds as though you might share Walt Disney's love of trains. Something he was so passionate about that he built his very first railroad in his backyard, which...View Related Videos - On Jul 9, 2025
Laura from Essex askedI’ve got a Disney 14 day magic ticket from a company in the UK, on the site it says 14 days access to be used across 18 days for all parks, but I’ve read online that the water park doesn’t count. Is this true? Could I do 14 park days AND 4 waterpark days?Emma AnsweredHi Laura and welcome to planDisney!Thanks for sending me your question about your upcoming visit to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World!I am a huge fan of our UK & Ireland...View Related Videos - On Jul 7, 2025
Jessica from NJ askedOnly reservation I could get for Space 220 lounge is 8:10pm. We just want to see it, not interested in a big meal there. Can we grab a quick drink and appetizer and still make it to the world showcase for fireworks at 9? Would they let us check in early?Emma AnsweredHi Jessica and welcome back to planDisney. From what I can see, you are due to arrive at Walt Disney World, TODAY! It really doesn't get much more exciting than that so, with that in mind, let's get...View Related Videos - On Jul 7, 2025
Joe askedHi, we are 60 days out and have today booked all of our dining. We wanted to book a fireworks pre-dessert party for during our stay but we cannot see the option to book this anywhere. The date will be 11th September. Have you any idea why? ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Joe and welcome to planDisney!As one of the current UK panellists, it will be my absolute pleasure to answer your question, today.First things first, congratulations on booking all of your desired...View Related Videos - On Jul 7, 2025
Sarah askedWe have a holiday booked and it shows ‘DR hotel pkg with quick meal DP’ When I rang up to upgrade to quick service meal plan they told me we already had it on our booking. Can someone clarify if we have the quick service meal plan or quick meal ? Emma AnsweredHi Sarah and welcome back to planDisney - it's great to hear from you again!Your visit to Walt Disney World is just a couple of weeks away. It won't be long before you're getting your suitcases down...View Related Videos - On Jul 7, 2025
Melissa from Cardiff askedHi, I have a booking at the Hotel Cheyenne next year and am wondering if I would be able to order something for delivery to the hotel that I can only purchase in France. Also, if there are any restrictions on what can be delivered/from where? Thanks!Emma AnsweredHi Melissa and bienvenue to planDisney!How exciting that you'll be visiting Disneyland Paris next year. 2026 is set to be a big year for Disneyland Paris with the highly anticipated opening of World...View Related Videos - On Jul 6, 2025
Jennifer from OH askedHi, I am going to Disney Land Paris in August. I some how linked my sons hotel booking in the app. How can I remove his Hotel booking from my app? It is making it hard to link stuff to my booking. Please helpEmma AnsweredBonjour, Jennifer and welcome to planDisney!I'm so excited to hear that you'll be visiting Disneyland Paris this summer. Let me tell you that if you haven't been before, you are in for a real treat....View Related Videos - On Jul 6, 2025
Rebecca from Nottinghamshire askedIs 'Celebration at the Top' still booking? There appears to be no availability at all over the summer.Emma AnsweredHi Rebecca and welcome to planDisney.There is nothing that I love more than being able to help guests with the planning of their upcoming trips to Walt Disney World - even more so when that guest...View Related Videos - On Jul 6, 2025
Amie from Cornwall askedHi. Could I ask how much it is to upgrade to an annual pass when in Florida? ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Amie and welcome to planDisney.It sounds as though you're in the early planning stages of a 2026 trip to my favourite holiday destination - Walt Disney World! If you ask me, it's never too early...View Related Videos - On Jul 1, 2025
Jayne from North East askedWe’re planning a trip next year to Disneyland Paris and one of the children will turn 3 while we’re there. He will be two on the day we arrive at the hotel, but his third birthday is the first day we’ll be in the Disney park. Will he need a ticket?Emma AnsweredHi Jayne and bienvenue to planDisney.First of all, let me just say, I cannot think of a more magical place to celebrate a birthday than Disneyland Paris! My family actually celebrated a couple of my...View Related Videos - On Jun 30, 2025
David from CA askedI would like to book 2 nights hotel, and 1 day in the parks at Disneyland Paris. I am in the US. Is there an online or chat way to make this reservation, without calling?Emma AnsweredBonjour David and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a trip to Disneyland Paris! As I am based in the UK, my family are frequent visitors and I have to say that, in my opinion,...View Related Videos - On Jun 29, 2025
Alison from West Yorkshire askedHow do I reserve my park days when I don't get my tickets until we check in? I've booked hotel plus tickets via Disney.Emma AnsweredHi Alison and bienvenue to Disneyland Paris!It looks as though it's only a couple of weeks before you're due to arrive - how exciting! I also see that you'll be there while the Disney Music Festival...View Related Videos - On Jun 29, 2025
Carolyn from North Somerset askedHow can I book a character breakfast for 17 ? Emma AnsweredHi Carolyn and welcome to planDisney!How wonderful that you're planning to visit Walt Disney World as part of a large group, in a few weeks time. My family have travelled as part of a larger,...View Related Videos - On Jun 29, 2025
Amy from GB askedI have free quick service dining. E i upgrade and howEmma AnsweredHi Amy and welcome to planDisney.As one of the current UK panellists, it will be my absolute pleasure to assist you with your question about your upcoming visit to my favourite holiday destination -... - On Jun 28, 2025
Tracey askedHi how much would it be for a Disney character preferably Mickey Mouse for my son's boyfriend to propose to my daughter please Emma AnsweredHi Tracey and welcome to planDisney!As our friend, Mickey Mouse, would say, "Oh Boy!" I cannot think of a more exciting place for a proposal than Walt Disney World and if Mickey Mouse happened to be...View Related Videos - On Jun 26, 2025
Aaron from Midlothian askedHi. We’ve the Disney Dining Plan for our forthcoming stay in August. I know a drink with each meal is included; my question is regarding any second drink ordered. Which one will be marked against dining plan and which would be charged for? ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Aaron and welcome to planDisney.Your August trip to Walt Disney World will be here before you know it! It looks as though you'll be arriving just a couple of days before me and my family so I can... - On Jun 26, 2025
Alison from Nottinghamshire askedI’ve a holiday booked from the Uk for 2026. We stay on property from the 9thMay for 7 nights but we are in Florida from the 2nd May Our 14 night Disney ticket doesn’t start till the 9th could this be changed to start on the 2nd May ?ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Alison and welcome back to planDisney.How exciting that you're planning a visit to Walt Disney World in 2026. You must be super excited to be returning to the "Most Magical Place On Earth!" Let...View Related Videos