Who doesn’t get a kick out of glass elevators? Whether it's the nostalgic pull of Willy Wonka, or the whimsical mechanics that haul you up 50 flights.

The elevator ride at the Berlin Radisson surrounds guests with a tank-full of tropical fish, while the Taipei 101 Tower climbs 84 flights in just 37 seconds.

Monica Tan also finds that at the top the best elevator rides are some of the world's best views.