
Emma C, United Kingdom
- 6/12/2025
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 9, 2025
William from Northern Ireland askedI have a booking for the 4th-8th of December at DLP. I booked the half board plan but none of the restaurants I would like are available. Am I too early or are they fully booked? The meal plan isn't worth it without these restaurants. ThanksEmma AnsweredBonjour, William and welcome to planDisney!A visit to Disneyland Paris during Enchanted Christmas really is the best way to get into the spirit of the season! Be sure to keep an eye on the Disneyland...View Related Videos - On Jun 9, 2025
Laura from Greater Manchester askedHi I've booked to with yourselves over the phone to stay at the marvel hotel and have breakfast with the princesses and the Royal meal with characters. The booking is on the app with the hotel but the table booking are not linked to it How do I link itEmma AnsweredHi Laura and bienvenue to planDisney.It sounds as though you have an amazing trip to Disneyland Paris planned with a stay at Hotel New York - The Art of Marvel and Character Dining booked at both...View Related Videos - On Jun 8, 2025
Julie from Staffordshire askedWe are staying onsite from 7th August 2025 for 14 days, can you tell me how l connect my holiday to my Disney account so that l can book an experience and character breakfast. Thank youEmma AnsweredHi Julie and welcome to planDisney!Your visit to Walt Disney World is getting closer and closer. I always think that once you reach 60 days out, the final countdown has begun. Happy days!My family...View Related Videos - On Jun 7, 2025
Kathryn a askedI have booked a 14 night holiday to Animal Kingdom Lodge with park tickets for July 2026. I would like to be able to buy some Disney gift cards for my 6 year old grandsons first visit but I can’t find how to do this from the UK. Is this not possible?Emma AnsweredHi Kathryn and welcome back to planDisney. As one of the current UK panellists, it will be my absolute pleasure to assist you with your question.First of all, how exciting that you've booked a...View Related Videos - On Jun 7, 2025
Michelle from Nottinghamshire askedHi there, I am hoping to book Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for my children when we visit in August. My daughter will do the Carriage Package (bringing her own dress) and my son the Knight's Package- when booking do I need to state this?Emma AnsweredHi Michelle and welcome back to planDisney!Your summer trip to Walt Disney World will be here before you know it and you will soon be approaching 60 days out, the point at which you will be able to...View Related Videos - On Jun 7, 2025
Kiran from Coventry askedHi. The app has allowed me to book character dining at Plaza Gardens for 8:15am. I am not staying at a Disney hotel, would I still be able to get through even though I won’t have early access to magic hour?Emma AnsweredBonjour, Kiran and welcome to planDisney.It looks as though you're going to be "walking right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A." at Disneyland Park, tomorrow - it doesn't get much more exciting...View Related Videos - On Jun 6, 2025
Roxanne from Lincolnshire askedMy reservation details for my hotel say this, do I get 2 quick service meals or just 1? 4052 dr hotel pkg with quick meal dp. ThanksEmma AnsweredHi Roxanne and welcome to planDisney!Your visit to Walt Disney World is just around the corner. It won't be long before you're getting your suitcases down from the loft and deciding which...View Related Videos - 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