These are the world’s most colourful cities to celebrate Holi

Walk into Tokyo and then flow with it. That is the only way to experience this busy jigsaw of a city teeming with people. Choose to explore Tokyo in April, when the cherry blossom season is in full swing. Set aside the crazy side of Tokyo - with its gadgets, cute mascots, trendy fast fashion and everything ultra modern- and head to its serene gardens where the pink of the cherry blossom rules for about two weeks every year. The Zen gardens with their still ponds and tree lined paths redefine the colour pink for a Tokyo first timer.

You will need to apply for a visa to experience this colourful springtime wonder, but it takes just 3 days to process one.

A Santorini holiday may be summed up as wine, views and sunsets. You can really take advantage of your location by hiking from Fira to Oia – to better the best views ever! Once you’ve been left speechless by enormity and magnificence of the it all, there are the beaches, the pretty countryside to explore, some outdoor cinema, lots of swimming in hot springs and volcano boat tours too. A quintessential Santorini experience is a quiet outdoor meal - look into the distance as the blue rooftops merge with the sparkling azure of the Aegean.

Mauritius is synonymous with long, luxurious holidays on its beautiful powder white beaches with sparkling turquoise waters. If you manage to move yourself away from that comfy lounger under the golden sun, there are plenty of things to do in paradise island. Shop duty free in Port Louis, introduce yourself to giant Amazon lilies at its beautiful botanic gardens, visit Creole mansions for a trip back into the colonial history of Mauritius, walk through rolling tea plantations and dig into sumptuous street food which is a blend of all the cultures that make this colourful island. Also plan a trip to Chamarel - a village in the south, to explore the multi-hued geological phenomenon known as 'The Coloured Earth.'
And if you still need a push to head to Mauritius, here's the final nudge: Indians do not need a visa to visit Mauritius for up to 90 days. How is that for a 'golden' opportunity!

Hong Kong - the quintessential city that never ceases to amaze. Behind the smooth glass and grey metal of its numerous skyscrapers is a traditional crimson fabric interwoven with its Chinese roots and colonial past. Discover a city that offers a great family vacation with its theme parks, street food, exciting night life and huge shopping malls which encourage shoppers to go a little berserk! Not just that, the country's over booked cultural events calendar can keep you quite busy. In all the back to back action, keep in mind that the skyline glittering with multi-coloured lights and the city look absolutely spectacular from the pulsating Tsim Sha Tsui promenade and Victoria Peak - remember to stand still for a while to take in the views. Shhhhhh!

And here's more reason to head eastward, no visas are required to visit Hong Kong for up to 14 days.

Start getting to know Dublin with beers from the rooftop bar at the Guinness Storehouse. Proceed to Kilmainham Gaol for Ireland’s story. Then there is the Dublin Castle, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Croke Park to be explored. But come March 17th, and the city will turn into all shades of green for the annual St. Patrick's day celebrations. Everything from the parade to the people and buildings are dressed up in green for many days of continuous partying.

Do the art and history circuit of Amsterdam, along with of course, its beer trail. Visit the Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House and the Rembrandt House Museum for a taste of the city’s rich history. Go also to the Royal Palace of Amsterdam. Get the Heineken Experience by visiting the former brewery complete with a tasting. And when a soccer match is on- see the city turn into a bright shade of orange. The 'Orange' fan appears in large numbers and takes over all available space as a display of support. Orange coloured streamers give them company.

You will need to apply for a Schengen visa to visit this beer and soccer heaven.