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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.
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NEW: Silver Dollar City announces plans for 2026 season at first annual Fan Fest

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Walt Disney World in October

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Theme park news: looking ahead to 2026 with groundbreaking rides and other resort expansions in the works

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NEW: Dollywood announces world’s first indoor hybrid coaster and whitewater river raft ride

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The entrance to DINOSAUR at Disney's Animal Kingdom
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Disney theme park and cruise line news: DINOSAUR closing day revealed, Disney Adventure delays maiden voyage

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When should you visit Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort in 2026?

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Model of Tropical Americas from the 2024 D23 Disney Fan Event
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What we know about the Tropical Americas land coming to Walt Disney World

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Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line’s biggest announcements from Destination D23 2025

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Walt Disney World in September

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Concept art for the pre-show on Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets
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Theme Park News: Disney World reveals new details from 2026 projects as Halloween season begins

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