Today, Tripadvisor posted the most reviewed attractions over the year. They listed the top two in each geographical area and it’s pretty interesting to see what places people are talking about. I’ve been to 6 of the 16 places they mention but it reminds me that I still have a lot more to see. Hopefully I’ll be hitting one more of these places later this year!

Tripadvisor’s Most Talked About Attractions 2012

Ever wonder what the world’s top selling beer is? It’s called Snow Beer and you’ve probably never heard of it because not only is it made in China, but it’s also rarely sold anywhere else. It’s light and foamy and often the drink of choice to accompany spicy meals. Why is it so popular? Probably a combination of China’s huge population and rapidly growing economy but, if you ever find yourself in China, give it a taste and decide for yourself!

On June 29th, several flights were delayed at New York’s JFK airport as more than 150 diamondback turtles were removed from runway 4. They were crossing the tarmac to get to a sandy area where they could lay eggs. Apparently this happens every year! Who knew there were turtles in Queens?

A huge part of the U.S. is heading into a heat wave and what’s better than ice cream on a hot day? I recently came across this great list of the country’s craziest ice cream flavors in Newsweek. In case you are wondering, I’ve only had the Brown Bread at Scoops in L.A. personally…..it was delicious.

Ritz-Carlton just opened a new hotel in Hong Kong and it is high! Reaching over 1400 ft into the sky, it is the tallest hotel in the world. It also holds a spa, a rooftop bar and an infinity pool that will let you swim to the edge of the building.

Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

People always say that there is a Starbucks on every corner and nowhere is that more true than in Santa Fe Springs, California. There are 560 Starbucks stores within 25 miles of the town!!

If you want to get as far away from the chain as possible, in the U.S., you’d have to head to Adak, Alaska which is 1,044 miles from the nearest Starbucks.

Source: BusinessInsider.com

Have you ever wondered what the most expensive hotel room in the world is? Well, wonder no more….it’s the Royal Penthouse Suite at the President Wilson Hotel in Geneva, Switzerland which rents for a cool $55,000/night. What exactly do you get for your money? Aside from spectacular views of Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps, you get a private elevator, bulletproof doors and windows and a full security team. It’s actually reserved for celebrities and heads of state but, if you have the cash, I’m guessing you can get in.

President Wilson Hotel

We all know that smoking isn’t allowed on planes these days but Ryanair has come up with an interesting solution to cater to customers looking for a nicotine fix. For $10/pack, passengers can purchase smokeless cigarettes that will calm their cravings without posing a danger to fellow travellers. Obviously smoking wouldn’t exist in a perfect world, but in this world it’s still part of our reality. Smokers are often very anxious about flying and I think this move will give them some peace making travel a better experience not only for them, but also for those around them.

My friend Matt over at NetManOne posted this hilarious video of a girl entertaining herself while stuck overnight at Pittsburgh Airport. Since many of you have been in the same boat, or are currently, I thought you might like it. Enjoy!

Just when you thought you’d heard the wackiest story of someone attempting to smuggle something through customs, along comes a Norwegian man who attempted to bring 24 reptiles into Norway from Denmark; all strapped to his body!! Customs officials searched the man after finding a tarantula in his bag and were shocked to find 10 albino leopard geckos and 14 baby royal pythons taped to his chest and legs. The man claimed he loved reptiles and was bringing them home to be pets. Obviously, the animals were confiscated and the man arrested.