
Emma C, United Kingdom
- 6/18/2025
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 16, 2025
Fiona from Northumberland askedWe have been trying to book fantastic dining package at sci-fi restaurant but it wasn’t going through. Tonight we have tired and the restaurant it is no longer showing for the full 7 nights we are there. What can we do? We have our hearts set on that one.Emma AnsweredHi Fiona and welcome back to planDisney!Nothing makes me happier than being able to help Guests plan their trips to my favourite holiday destination, Walt Disney World, and it's even more special...View Related Videos - On Jun 16, 2025
Rebecca from West Yorkshire askedI am booking Hoop Dee Doo with the dining plan, I know previously you have only been able to choose category 2 or 3 seating with the dining plan, except for the later show, but I am able to select category 1 with the dining plan guarantee now. Is this new?Emma AnsweredHi Rebecca and welcome to planDisney.I actually experienced the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue with a large group of friends, last November and I can assure you that you're in for a hand-clappin',...View Related Videos - On Jun 14, 2025
Hayley from Devon askedHi there, I have linked my booking via the Disneyland App but not all of the booking has come through. We have booked a Dine with Disney Characters at The Royal Banquet but it is not showing on the app.Emma AnsweredBonjour Hayley and welcome back to planDisney!First of all, well done you for managing to get a dining reservation at the super popular Royal Banquet, during your upcoming visit to Disneyland Paris....View Related Videos - On Jun 13, 2025
Natalie from England askedHello we’ve just returned from a memorable stay at Walt Disney world. We would love to use the bounce back offer to reserve a family holiday for 2026. Do you know if the bounce back offers for uk customers include park tickets and free Disney dining?Emma AnsweredHi Natalie and welcome back to planDisney!I'm so glad to hear that you've enjoyed a wonderful, memorable, stay at Walt Disney World recently. There's simply nowhere else like it on Earth, is there?...View Related Videos - On Jun 12, 2025
Brian from Dublin askedHi, I will have a car rental from Alamo and was wondering where's the nearest drop off at DisneylandparisEmma AnsweredBonjour Brian and welcome to planDisney.It looks as though you've only a few weeks to wait until you're "walking right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A." at Disneyland Park. It doesn't get much...View Related Videos - On Jun 12, 2025
Jon from Yorkshire askedWe are trying to book Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties: Seats & Sweets for the 14 August 2026 but we can’t see the option to do so.Emma AnsweredHi Jon and welcome to planDisney!As one of the current UK panellists, it will be my absolute pleasure to help you today. My family actually experienced one of the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert...View Related Videos - On Jun 12, 2025
Neil from North Yorkshire askedI am trying to buy a Disney e gift card for my wifes birthday. Why is it that we in the UK cant buy them, yet there are a lot of countries listed that seem to be allowed to.Emma AnsweredHi Neil and welcome back to planDisney.Ok, first of all, if my husband were to buy me a Disney Gift Card for my birthday, I would be absolutely over the moon. That's surely brownie points for you,...View Related Videos - On Jun 12, 2025
Julie from Nottinghamshire askedhi im looking to book a package holiday for 2 weeks that also includes 5 nights at a disney hotel so as to get the free dining offer for 2026, but how does that work if i do 2 nights in a value hotel and 3 nights at a deluxe hotel? does that still count?Emma AnsweredHi Julie and welcome to planDisney.The Free Dining and Drinks in 2026 Deal offers such amazing value for money and is actually my favourite promotion to take advantage of, when booking my family's... - On Jun 11, 2025
Darren from midlothian askedWe are coming to magic kingdom on the 29th July with our granddaughter and have managed to book lunch at Cinderellas royal table but I’m finding it very difficult to book bibbidi-bobbidi-boo Emma AnsweredHi Darren and welcome to planDisney.How exciting that you'll be visiting Walt Disney World, with your granddaughter, in just a few short weeks! Be sure to check out all of the Cool KID SUMMER...View Related Videos - On Jun 10, 2025
We asked our panelists…Is it possible to get the WDW free dining offer with 14 day magic ticket for a split stay? I’d really love to stay at more than one resort.Emma AnsweredHi there, friend 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...View Related Videos - On Jun 10, 2025
Raffaella from Rome askedHi, It is still unclear to me whether I'll be able to book my experiences online or via app since I am not based in the US (I am in Italy, Europe!). If that is the case, how can I make the bookings timely when the window opens? Phone number? Thanks!Emma AnsweredHi Raffaella and welcome to planDisney.As one of the current UK panellists it will be my absolute pleasure to assist you with your question today.First of all, it's great to see that you're already...View Related Videos - 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
Tony askedCan I book using the Disney World app from my 60 day window in the UK or is it better to log on via the website? Also the booking window, is it only for our 4 nights at contemporary or can it be longer?Emma AnsweredHi Tony and welcome to planDisney!I, like you, am currently in the process of planning my family's summer holiday to Walt Disney World. There are so many new things that we're really looking forward...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