About Fionnuala
I've been an editor at Lonely Planet for over ten years. It really is a dream job! I get to spend my days talking to writers in far-flung corners of the world and commissioning brilliant travel stories for the site.
Fionnuala McCarthy
Dublin, Ireland
Recent stories from Fionnuala
An art deco lover’s tour of Paris
5 min read • Aug 21, 2025
What it's really like to move to France and live out your dreams
4 min read • Sep 9, 2024
The Acropolis in Greece takes bold step, imposing visitor limits to protect ancient site
4 min read • Sep 7, 2023
Is Dubrovnik banning wheelie suitcases from its Old Town?
2 min read • Jun 30, 2023
I'm a solo female traveler booked into a mixed-dorm hostel. Good or bad idea?
3 min read • Jun 7, 2023
20 of the best pubs in Ireland for pints, music and the time of your life
10 min read • Apr 5, 2022
Sweden joins Norway and Denmark lifting all COVID restrictions and reopening to travelers
3 min read • Feb 10, 2022
Ireland celebrates as St Patrick's Day festivities return next month
4 min read • Feb 9, 2022
Do not travel on cruise ships cautions CDC, as COVID cases soar onboard
2 min read • Dec 31, 2021
Spain's beaches are now smoking free zones
1 min read • Dec 28, 2021