Nikki Parkinson

My close friends tell me I need to stop telling you about Nozawa Onsen. Since our first visit in 2019, its popularity continues to grow, with thousands of other visitors including more than a few celebrities falling for the charm of this Japanese village and ski resort. However. I am a lot of things but I’m not a gatekeeper. We’ve just returned from our third visit to Nozawa Onsen and have already rebooked for 2027.

The 2025 Styling You Annual Swimsuit Edition is here. If you’re new, my annual campaign which started in 2013 is at the core of everything I subscribe to on my social media platforms and in my business. I simply want to see more woman of all ages, shapes, sizes, colour and abilities wearing fashion so that more women can visualise themselves in clothes and, in this case, swimwear. I curate my social media feed by following a diverse range of women and I suggest you do too.

I first fell in love with river cruising on Portugal’s Douro River, so stepping on board this Travelmarvel European river cruise on the Danube River felt like being reacquainted with a wonderfully warm, calming and welcoming friend. [sponsored by Travelmarvel] From the moment I stepped on board the contemporary river ship Travelmarvel Capella for the 8-night Highlights of the Danube cruise  on board Travelmarvel, I immediately relaxed into the ease that is this mode of travel.