
Emma C, United Kingdom
- 7/17/2025
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 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