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Carly Neil, The World of Spark

Carly Neil, The World of Spark

The World of Spark was launched in 2023 to help families plan their next theme park vacation better than their last. Whether you’ve been to Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, or Universal one time or one thousand, my goal is to provide you with actionable tips and tricks. At the end of the day, I want you — dear reader — to be empowered to be your own expert when it comes to all things vacation planning. A little bit about me — my name is Carly, the voice behind The World of Spark. I am a published travel writer with articles across the world wide web, helping countless readers over the years plan their next Disney World and Disneyland vacation. My work can be seen in Tripadvisor, Fodor’s Travel, Business Insider, FamilyVacationist, and more. My finger has been on the pulse of all things Disney from a young age. I wrote my first “unofficial” Disney World guide book in grade school while planning a family trip and the rest is history. I’ve been a Disneyland Cast Member, Annual Passholder, long-distance fan — you name it, I’ve probably experienced it in some way, shape, or form. The World of Spark is my way of sharing my love of theme parks with like-minded fans and newcomers alike.
Costumed characters at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (Photo: Disney)
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The ultimate guide to fall and Halloween at Walt Disney World (2026 edition)

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Disney Wonder in Alaska
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5 great Disney Alaska cruise excursions for families | The ultimate Port Adventure guide

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Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom during the holiday season
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Disney World announces holiday season dates, parties, and discounts for 2026

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Entrance to Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas
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What you need to know about Universal’s new theme park, Universal Kids Resort

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Disney's BoardWalk Inn
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Theme park news: Transportation changes coming to Disney World, Universal’s new theme park opening in Texas

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Concept art of Monsters Inc.-themed land coming to Hollywood Studios
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Details revealed from Walt Disney World’s New Monsters Inc. land

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Sleeping Beauty Castle and the Partners Statue at Disneyland Park decorated for Halloween
Theme Parks

Disneyland announces new and returning Halloween offerings for 2026

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Concept art of Audio-Animatronic figure of Walt Disney being added to Carousel of Progress in Magic Kingdom
Theme Parks

Theme park news: Major updates coming to Carousel of Progress at Walt Disney World

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Rafts in the shape of a Mickey Mouse head at Typhoon Lagoon water park at Disney World
Theme Parks

The best way to experience Disney World’s Cool KIDS’ SUMMER if you’re not going until August

Posted by Carly Neil, The World of Spark Carly Neil, The World of Spark
Audio-Animatronic of the Muppet Scooter as seen in the pre-show of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets at Walt Disney World
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Everything opening at Walt Disney World on May 26 and how to plan for crowds this summer

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