Favorite Hotels: The Rees in Queenstown, New Zealand

“Favorite Hotels” is part of an ongoing segment on Mr. Jetsetter.com in which I showcase properties around the world that stand out.

I just returned from a week in New Zealand. First thing you need to know: a week is not nearly enough time to see this magnificent country.  We spent the bulk of our time in Queenstown, in the south island, which is the area where a lot of The Lord Of The Rings films were made. Breathtakingly beautiful doesn’t even begin to describe it. Our hotel in Queenstown was the perfect place to begin our exploration:  The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments.  Think cool, 2-bedroom apartment with all the luxuries of a hotel: Spa, gourmet restaurant, housekeeping.  Here’s a look!

Favorite Hotels: The Westin Grand, Berlin “Spa Suite”

“Favorite Hotels” is part of an ongoing segment on Mr. Jetsetter.com in which I showcase properties around the world that stand out.

In this particular case, it is room 513 at The Westin Grand Hotel In Berlin.  The room, is affectionately known as the “Spa Suite.” In fact, that’s what it says right on the door. Normally, the cost of this suite is upwards of 500 euro a night.  I got it using points and paying a supplement of around 78 euro a night. Not bad.  I even extended my stay in Berlin (not only because it is such a great city which you will see here in my Berlin video post,) but also because I didn’t want to give up another night in this incredible suite!  I must disclose I am a huge fan of Starwood Hotels and currently hold Platinum Status.

Travel The World And Have A Coke (The Coolest Promotion In History)

I just found out about this, and I’ll I can say is “Sign Me Up!” Three young people will be traveling the world for a year. Not just traveling, but basically going EVERYWHERE! They call it “Expedition 206.”  206 countries, 150,000 miles, in 1 year. The Amazing Race on steroids. Oh, can I go? The plan is for the young jet-setters to document their adventures along the way, and get it out to the world via social networking sights like Twitter and Facebook. Wanna follow them?? Wanna pick who gets to go? Watch right here to find out how! So who’s paying the bill? Coca Cola of course.

Coca-Cola Expedition 206 – Project Introduction Video from Expedition 206 on Vimeo.

Starwood Hotels Promo For Free Days

SPG has a new promo out there where you can earn a free weekend night’s stay for every 2 stays booked.  All you have to do is register here.  But time is running out so move fast!

Before You Book Your Next Hotel Room…

Make sure you check out the rates by logging on here.  The SPG promo site offers incredible deals if your stays are more than a couple of days.  Mr. Jetsetter always checks out the rates there before I book.