WALT DISNEY WORLD PLANNING TIPS 2018!

[@helenrollins2444]

We went 2 years running 2015 and 2016 and absolutely loved it. 2016 was so much easier as we knew what we were doing. We didn't stay at a Disney hotel and instead had a villa in a gated resort. This meant that some mornings we got up and went to the Disney parks early and came home early, and some days we chilled out at the villa, swam in the pool played crazy golf (included in our tickets that we got from Orlando Attractions) and went to the parks later so we could stay and watch the parade and the fireworks. When we went early we booked ALL our fast passes for the morning, that meant we then had fast passes available to book in the afternoon - you can't book extra fast passes until you've used your original 3. Our favourite park in 2015 was Magic Kingdom, however in 2016 we went to Hollywood Studios and Epcot more (my children were 6,8 and 12). We split up as a family, my daughter and I went to see the princesses, whilst my hubby and boys went to do crazy rides (apparently expedition Everest is a ticked box never to be done again). The water parks are amazing, and we spent 'time out' at both of them - to do the parks every day is exhausting and although you will want to spend every minute there making the most out of your passes you will need time out (sanity break!) It is the most amazing, magical experience and you WILL want to go again. We are hoping to go again next year (2019) when Star Wars Land has been finished. Enjoy it, don't stress about the price of food (it's not cheap, but we already know that before we go), it will be hot, and if you go in August there will be rain and the most amazing storms you've ever seen - but it's so hot the rain is welcome. xx

[@rebeccacross2611]

I’ve been to WDW quite a few times so I feel like I’m something of a pro at this point but hoooooooly moly I bloody love a spreadsheet! I put the park that we’re going to on the day, put all the fast pass times and our dining reservations in my spreadsheet in a clear and concise way. My biggest tip is to alternate a big walking day and a nice chill day to make sure you’re not walking your legs off too much! 👍🏻

[@brummymummyof2]

Good tip! x

[@TimsVids1]

My advice for anyone heading to Florida with slightly older kids is to not miss universal! There's Harry Potter, there's marvel, there's a good mix of big and little rides, and universal was always my favourite as a kid. Its quieter than Disney too, so shorter queues. Disney is excellent too though! For anyone planning their first trip, have a day in every park if you can and see which ones you like best

[@brummymummyof2]

Holly S good plan!

[@SoSallyo]

We’re going in 2021 (I realise this isn’t round the corner!) but I’m already excited and planning! I can’t decide whether to stay on the resort (magic kingdom) but sooo expensive or at a private villa 10 mins away and drive in, or in a hotel on international drive and get a free shuttle. I don’t know anything about it all! I was 11 when I last went! x

[@Olivia14595]

I worked in EPCOT a couple of summers ago as a cast member and my main money saving tip is to always get your water there for free! If you go to any kiosk that is selling fizzy drinks from a fountain then you can ask for an ice water and they will give you water for free. It's completely safe to drink and saves you so much money as one bottle of water over there was $2. Hope this helps someone out 😊

[@brummymummyof2]

Amazing tip!

[@brogantatexo]

BUZZING FOR THIS.

[@brummymummyof2]

Brogan Tate YAS bab!

[@LittleOwlLoves]

ME TOO! 😀

[@amiz1823]

We are going to disney world in september for 10 days, we have been a few times and take a disabled adult with us so we are same with fastpasses in morning and then in afternoon we try and have a nap or go to the pool and on a evening we go down to disney springs.... we schedule a shopping trip to florida mall in for saturday as parks get busier with been weekend... we did our dining reservations not long ago and looking forward to doing fastpasses....

[@kirstygunning2598]

I’m living for this video Emma! We went to WDW last Easter, off to Disneyland California this summer, then back to Disnehworld next Easter, I share your Disney obsession! I’d love to see you do a whole video of your plans, so where you’re staying, where you’re eating and all your fast passes etc xx

[@georgiarose1979]

As much as I love the new fastpass system using the app, I have a nostalgic twinge when I think about the old paper fastpasses ❤️

[@hannahsneverland7605]

We have a spreadsheet every time we go, we learnt from our first trip that it is needed! We still buy the Birnbaum book every time we go as well. It’s fun to look back at older books to see what’s changed!

[@brummymummyof2]

Oh good idea! x

[@katekey8065]

Nothing wrong with a good spreadsheet, I’ve started mine and we don’t go until summer 2019!

[@brummymummyof2]

YAS!

[@megan7747]

I get the worst anxiety and it's hard for me to take my mind off of it but your videos are honestly so helpful and even though i'm 17, I really do love them. You deserve so much more recognition and I hope you realise your videos are helping people in more ways than I can comprehend

[@brummymummyof2]

Thanks lovely! x

[@cesfreudenberg]

Ohhh Emma, I think we may be soul sisters! I have done exactly this the last two times I've been to Disney. My husband thinks I'm insane but I LOVE the planning spreadsheet to hype up the anticipation!

[@julesvlogs2222]

I’m British and live 20 mins from Disney world! There is a vlogger I watch who shared how to use the fast pass system to your advantage - the wdw couple. Check them out!! Gaston’s tavern has huge cinnamon rolls which are very good, and I love the candy apples at the Main Street confectioners (toffee apples)

[@sarahhoare7860]

Emma, if you have used your 3 Fast Passes you can get another one on a roll. As soon as you have shown your third fast pass you can get on MDE and book another one. You can do this as many times as possible! We hammered Magic Kingdom this way.

[@louuuuu44xo]

I went to Disney in 2016,really excited to go when I'm older again ❤️💗❤️💗❤️💗going Paris this year, hope you and your family have the best time in Disney world ❤️

[@fefecook1845]

I’m sorry I’m just nosey my daughters are 18 and 23 I took them to Disneyland Paris when they were little they loved it but I just love watching your videos no matter what you put on thank you x

[@meganx769]

I always feel quite anxious and even though I’m still a teenager your videos are always such a nice distraction and make me feel so much better. Your channel deserves so much more recognition💖

[@alexandriakay4089]

I found this so helpful, is there any chance you could do a video for Disneyland Paris because I’m going in October with three children and I feel so unprepared already😫🙊

[@charlottechurch8329]

I’m going to Disneyworld for the second time in June and this is one of the best videos of tips I’ve watched! ❤️

[@trudehill8508]

The disboards.com forum is great for planning as well. I go there all the time for up to date information and it's great being able to ask for advice from others that's been there as well. There's even a section for UK visitors.

[@lucyjohnson7823]

I'm taking my partner for his first time in May. I'm excited to finally show him everything I love and talk about constantly. (He probably knows each park like to back of his hand after forcing him to watch your disney vlogs and endless Tim Tracker videos!) xxxxx

[@ladydovington]

Love this! I'm off to WDW in October. I have lists and spreadsheets, we have regular planning meetings (7 adults going) and this year we are having our own Disney holiday plan website! WDW is so much better when there are plans!! Can't wait to see your vlogs from the parks!

[@BaKa1225]

Loved this video! (My sisters and I are planning a trip to Disney in December. We're so excited!!) Birnbaum's is our go-to book! It has so much useful information. Loved your spreadsheet idea, and the fact that you planned out outfits is genius. This was a really helpful video, you have a lot of great tips!! Thank you!

[@sarahscupoftea]

Ahh so satisfying to see a spreadsheet!! The other day I was literally typing up an itinerary for a coworker who has never been to Disneyland. LOVE IT.

[@KathrynCampbell]

Never been to Disney, not planning on going, just can’t let one of your vids pass me by. Living vicariously through the Conways’ holiday exploits! ❤️

[@brummymummyof2]

Ha ha ha!!!!

[@JDRMakeUp]

I'm heading to Disneyworld in August and this video was SO helpful! Thanks so much! xx

[@rhianhumpage598]

If you ever need any more tips and stuff for your Florida holidays, there's a group on Facebook called It's Orlando Time that is really helpful!

[@simplyrachel11]

I went to Disney World most recently two years ago for my Senior Trip in high school and this is making me want to go back!

[@jasminrust6682]

having never been to disney it amazes me how much there is to organize!! I never thought that there would be so much to think through, it seem as though you have a lot of fun planning all of this xx

[@AliciaGruhlOverton]

I’m going exact same time we head down may 29 hope to see you there. My first time in twenty years and taking my four year old can’t wait!

[@brummymummyof2]

Amazing! x

[@millie2368]

I’m going disneyworld in Florida this June!! I know i will cry when i land😍😍Disney vids like this...get’s me more excited for my trip!!!

[@brummymummyof2]

YAY!

[@georgiaprendergast6992]

Loved this video just had my baby girl and I’m already trying to plan Disney for in 3 years time. Yes I’m crazy

[@Wokfreed]

All that organising makes my head want to explode! But how good is it that you can really tailor it to suit your family. That T-shirt does look really good on you Emma. I cannot Believe you are 40!!!!!! You don’t have a line on your face. Whatever you do keep doing it. Beautiful skin.

[@peter-mickey-chu198]

I Went This Summer To Walt Disney World And A Disney Cruise Line Too!

[@stephtaylor3851]

Love love loved this video!!! We're hoping to go back to Disney World in 2020! I love it there, it really is the happiest place on earth! xxx

[@twinfamilyadventures3507]

Rocking the spreadsheet and the note book. Do it every trip and i love it! Did the kids (age 3) a picture guide of what we were doing each day too 😍😍😍😍

[@brummymummyof2]

WOW! That is another level. I love it! x

[@juliajones2283]

Going again in September. We get to parks at 9am & often get back to hotel 10-12pm !! It's exhausting but try to make most of every day & do everything & do some things multiple times. Also do universal & all the water parks. Day at NASA. Day at Discovery Cove. Helps going in & out of air conditioning to help with the heat. Comfortable shoes/trainers. Drink lots of water from water fountains. Also love Tim & Jenn Tracker watch them every day & hope to be lucky enough to bump into them!! (Also watch The Krispy S'mores) . I think the looking forward to the holiday is also fun knowing how much you are going to love it!!

[@brummymummyof2]

Yay! Sounds like you have it all planned! x

[@julz5483]

i'm so flipping excited by this vlog found you last year via dlp vlog and watched your other trips orlando is a few years away for us waiting til baby is 5 back to dlp in nov for us so this is hyping me up - can't wait to see your trip vlogs x

[@sharrandawson6268]

Honestly Emma you are therapy for me , I bloody love your vlogs they brighten my day X

[@meganwinwood4821]

Ahhh, I hope you the dates on your spreadsheet is end of April start of May, that’s when I’m going!! Glad I’m not the only one when it comes to research and planning! I basically planned the entire 2 weeks for me and my best friend, I took her there with the family 2 years ago and this time we both have saved up to go by ourselves, I’m so excited

[@carlamaxwell9939]

I love this video! I would love to go to Disney one day but I think it’s quite daunting when you don’t know what you’re doing! 😊

[@JennyCole1988]

I love how much you plan - I'm also a spreadsheet lover! We're going to Disneyland Paris in September. Have you done any Disneyland Paris planning videos at all? I'd love to hear any of your tips or advice for a trip there too :)

[@amandaparkin3249]

Just watched this after seeing your Insta post this week. Really helpful as I didnt know where to start! X

[@UKDisneyVlog]

Love your energy so great to watch people as mad crazy about Disney as me xx

[@helenhine5386]

More disney planning videos please......im not even booked to go yet but love it!

[@ShreshRamsout]

Love that T-shirt! And this is super helpful - I've never even contemplated the fact that it would involve so much planning to get the best out of the park!

[@amyspink3182]

We can’t wait to go in August!! Thanks for your help in this vlog, I still find it all so over whelming and hope we don’t miss anything out!! No pressure 😬😍 I hope you are vlogging your trip their 🙏🏼🙏🏼 I still need help!!!!😉

[@debmazzarese4960]

Ugh, I just went to Disney in February and this makes me want to go back so bad. It’s truly one of the best places! Also, next time you might want to buy the Birnbaums guide for kids. I bought it for my daughter and she loved it! Also, you have to go to the drink stand in Pandora near the Avatar Flight of Passage ride called Pongu Pongu and get the Night Blossom drink. It’s one snack credit if you’re on the meal plan.

[@brummymummyof2]

It's on the plan! x

[@beccacain6375]

Are you doing a disney dining plan? If you have/are how would you go about planning and booking those? I went to Disneyland Paris last year and am going back in May and will totally be referencing my notebook from last year to plan this one!

[@selenamarinello7280]

Thank you thank you thank you for making this!!! I'm planning on going alone because no one wants to go with me, so this will definitely help!!

[@brummymummyof2]

Check out Charlotte Ruff! She has done solo trips! x

[@gemmahilton2236]

I’m so glad I’m not the only one who loves a list for planning a holiday 😀😀😀

[@brummymummyof2]

Gemma Hewett bloody love it!

[@zaylielincoln6198]

I’ve just got back from Disney world 😩❤️ miss it soooooooooo much so sad to be home.

[@eringrayyy]

Emma, Your videos cheer me up to no end. Thank you for being so peppy! ❤️

[@knightsarah9]

Please say you’re planning on vlogging the holiday! 🤞🏼 I love watching daily Disney vlogs!

[@brummymummyof2]

OBVS!

[@beccahuckle864]

Loved this video 😀😀I’ve got the top your wearing for my Disney trip. 8 days to go !!!!!!

[@brummymummyof2]

ENJOY!

[@cmmazua]

hi! where did you buy the t-shirt?? I love it!

[@beccahuckle864]

cmmazua primark. X

[@npeliroja89]

Yay I love Disney too! I live in Florida & wish I could go to the parks more.

[@BethTwinderelmo]

Please tell me you laminate “the spreadsheet”?! This is super handy. Thank you. Can’t WAIT for our trip xxx

[@SmileItsJustine]

Such a fab video Emma, really summarises everything you need to know! PLEASEEEE go in 2019, I'm going out to do the CRP and it would be amazing to meet you there!xx

[@katysmyth8040]

Fab video Emma, thanks so much, I found it really helpful! 103 sleeps for us!!! 💖

[@brummymummyof2]

EXCITING!

[@laurahartley9243]

Can I ask what age did you find a good age to first take your kids to Disney world?

[@rebeccathompson2285]

I was getting ready for a night out watching this so I didn’t take a shot but I did take a drink every time you said fast pass and I’m pretty tipsy now 😉 great video!!!

[@nicoleheller6542]

When are u going to Disney world? I'm going on November of this year with my fiancee on the week of my birthday. We are Florida residents.

[@BAZINGA001]

I have no current plans or ability to go to Disney World but this was VERY entertaining and idk why haha 💕💕

[@jaxxlife3583]

I bloody loved this and Im not going to Disney this year...booooo. Whats the longest amount of time that you have queued for something at Disney with the kids? Do you have anything on your spreadsheet that you want to do in Orlando thats not Disney/parks related?

[@oliviabarron4530]

I wanted to go so badly and am planning for when i do. This is so useful, I love anything for Disney!!!

[@brummymummyof2]

Olivia Barron yay! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MariahsWholeNewWorld]

Loved these tips! You explained everything really well!

[@annashimmin8088]

Omfg I have never tapped on a video that fast ! LOVE LOVE Love!!! ☺️☺️☺️☺️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@brummymummyof2]

HAAAAA!!!!!

[@reevese99]

I’m 19 and I do this type of thing just to visit U.K. theme parks 😂 I would definitely do this as I’m saving like crazyyy to go to Disney x

[@keith9482]

vi0letr0se hope you get there😊Pandora is amazing 😊may I recommend 2 of the sweetest Disneyland youtubers I stumbled upon and love.Eric Ramirez Gaming 101 and Alex the Historian 😊beautiful and gentle souls with a childlike wonderment of Disneyland and world around them❤️😊

[@reevese99]

J. Keith I’ll definitely give them a watch tonight thank you ❤️

[@SarahMary101]

Love this video, just what I needed as we are headed there at the beginning of July and I'm SOOOOO excited!!

[@asfoxall]

We go in the summer! First timers! Super helpful video thank you 😘 hope you guys have a fab time 😊 xx

[@brummymummyof2]

YAY! x

[@CherryBerry48]

never ever been, but wish one day i can

[@jessgibbo]

Me! I’m flipping nosy! 😂😂😂 I went to Disneyland in California last year and I am ITCHING to get back! I want to go to Florida and spend two weeks there! Great video, thank you for making awesome content!

[@brummymummyof2]

No worries! x

[@nehahayler9418]

Going in Aug and this is so helpful. We didn’t book any of the dining when we could and now we can’t get what we want - gutted 😩my husband just said remember Emma said “you won’t be able to do everything......” 🙈 show off! This has made me so much more excited. My spreadsheet is being updated daily! More Disney content would be amazing

[@brummymummyof2]

Yay! I would check for dining while you are there as things do change! x

[@nehahayler9418]

Thanks will do. I bought the books you suggested and loving reading them. Will you be doing more Disney videos?

[@ladydovington]

Oh Emma bad news....Talking Mickey is being taken away in May!! It'll just be normal silent Mickey when you get there....sorry to be the bearer of bad news!

[@shonalikesunicorns920]

Are you doing any dining at all? Would love to hear a similar video about food. I just love food. FOOD.

[@brummymummyof2]

Shona H-m ohhhh good idea!

[@ellenlucy954]

Thanks Emma, I found this really helpful. Making a start on my lists now (and possibly a spreadsheet although I'm not as organised as you) Less than 4 months til I go, can't wait!! Woohoo!! xx 💖

[@brummymummyof2]

Ellen Lucy yay!!!!

[@chloeward6675]

I'm going in September. Where are the best cheaper places to eat?

[@emmasuggett8711]

Thank you!! We are planning on going in 2020 and I havent got a clue where to even start!!! This video was great! X

[@brummymummyof2]

Emma Suggett yay!

[@annawhite4751]

We are going to euro Disney in July and then aiming for Florida in 2020

[@brummymummyof2]

YAY!

[@chris09chadd]

Emma we go next Feb do you have a copy of your spreadsheet that we could have. Or have you any advise on how you set yours up. We've just started looking at the dinning reservations we want to make and the fast passes. I know you've just got back so any reccomendations would be ace. Hope you had a great time!

[@brummymummyof2]

There are a couple of blog posts coming up! x

[@widdles1985]

We are going in Aug 2019 - very excited :)

[@alexg6874]

Great tips! Just discovered your channel! Very fun

[@rebeccaemery80]

Wow this video made me really want to go back!!!!! Ahhh best place on Earth x

[@CallMeKimChannel]

I have a spreadsheet too! Definitely not psychotic!

[@janekoistinen7169]

Disneyland is literally my favorite place on Earth. I have contemplated just going by myself multiple times haha. I want to go to Disney World so badly but college is already hella expensive 😂

[@clarewalker4109]

Hiya Em, Do you know of a guide books for Disney Paris similar to the one your have for Florida?? Great vid x

[@brummymummyof2]

No sorry! I can never find a good Paris one! x

[@clareyoung2099]

We are going in May, I heard Micky is no longer talking from the beginning of May, you might need to check if your kids are expecting him to talk, hope you all have a fab time x

[@brummymummyof2]

Clare Young I did wonder if he might have gone. So so so sad!

[@samanthawebber9748]

My family thought i was mad having a day by day of which parks we were going to do. If the fastpass plus had been a thing back then who knows what they would have thought 😂 Dont plan on going back for a few years but i will be going planning mad when the time comes. X

[@becakard2297]

I’ve heard Walmart in Orlando is a jackpot for more affordable Disney souvenirs!

[@brummymummyof2]

OHHHHHHHHHH

[@julesvlogs2222]

I’m a Brit in Orlando and Walmart is great for cheap Disney stuff. Also the outlet mall at Vineland has a Disney store outlet also which sells Disney park stuff at a big discount (mugs, soft toys, t shirts etc)

[@mollielouise1997]

This video has got me SO excited for my Florida trip! 10 weeks and counting! Even though I’ve been 3 times before, I’ve never been a organised as I will be this year! Totally acceptable to be planning to meet princess’ at 21 years old, yes? 🙈 thanks for the fab tips! X

[@brummymummyof2]

Mollie Cockerham totes! I meet them and I’m 40!

[@molliejayne1152]

Love this! A trip may have to be planned...

[@katestubbs9046]

I have never been and neither has my husband we really want to take our two small boys. Not sure how far in advance we need to book because of how expensive it is. I don’t have a clue about the parks and what is in where would you recommend going to a company to help us? It seems really stressful trying to organise it whilst we are only thinking of it xxx

[@UKDisneyVlog]

Have you booked and are still thinking about going to WDW? Hope this advice isn't too late. I've been lucky to go with my family many times over the years taking the kids at a variety of different ages. deciding when to book is all about personal choice. I prefer to book early as I need more motive to save those bucks, (not very good at saving if i don't actually have to pay out haha) As Emma said start with doing some research, have fun with the family and watch LOADS of vlogs and youtube videos, Walt Disney World has a great planning video which shows you all about the parks so its a great place to start. Planning your Disney trip should not be stressful just relax and have fun its one of the best parts of the trip xx

[@katestubbs9046]

Thank you we are looking for a few years time but want to book early so get to save lots x

[@UKDisneyVlog]

Kate Stubbs fantastic how exciting. You will have an amazing time planning and talking about your trip xx

[@victorialiptrot8250]

Are you going before May 12th? I have heard that talking Mickey is stopping talking after this date :(

[@280519831000]

We're goin Feb with a 23 month old

[@elizawood3065]

I wish I was going to Disney but I’m not, so I am officially blumming nosey. Loving the vids x

[@frankythomas5881]

I love this video. Fantastic idea hunny. I want to go to disney wen my sons about 5 and hes almost 3 atm so im getting as much imfo while I can . Fount this Vid very helpful :) xx

[@LittleOwlLoves]

I did that where I tried to spread my fastpasses out as well but I wish I hadn't now. Especially as when you've used all three you can get another which I didn't know! 😏

[@brummymummyof2]

Little Owl Loves yeah you can! You can always change them x

[@louisemcmaster5261]

Planning to do this next yr but i really need to know, how much is it to go??? We were thinking paris would b cheaper??

[@debrastuart4789]

I'm going to Disney in the summer!! I'm buzzing :)

[@brummymummyof2]

Debra Stuart enjoy!

[@debrastuart4789]

Thanks! I'm going with my whole family, and I'm so excited!! x