The Starwood Preferred Guest® program’s breakthrough policy of no blackout dates at the world’s most sought-after collection of hotels reinvented the hospitality loyalty program in 1999.

One of the fastest ways to redeem this program’s rewards (a.k.a Starpoints) is with the Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card from American Express. You’ll earn 1 Starpoint on each eligible dollar spent and double the Starpoints on stays at Starwood Hotels & Resorts (including the St. Regis, Westin, W brand hotels, Sheraton, The Luxury Collection, Aloft, Element, Four Points and Le Meridien).

You can redeem Starpoints for free nights at over 1,100 hotels and resorts in nearly 100 countries and for free flights on over 150 airlines – all with no blackout dates. You can also transfer Starpoints to 30 frequent flyer programs.

Three Cities To Visit In 2015

Check out our thoughts on the three destinations to visit in 2015 using Starpoints to stay in each!

Boulder, CO

When it comes to Colorado there’s always Denver, but you really shouldn’t forget about Boulder. If you’re into the outdoors, city life, winter, summer, skiing, hiking, sea urchin roe or cowboy steaks, it’s all there. And the best part is, no matter where you go, you’ve got the Rocky Mountains setting the mood.

So you don’t forget, book a room with a view. The Westin Westminster is set in a postcard, so your room will come with extensive views of the Rockies and the sweeping plains below. The hotel’s also perfectly situated between Denver and Boulder. If you’d like to visit both—and you may as well—you’re already halfway there.

Asheville, NC

Asheville’s been trying to get on the map for quite a while, often billed as “the next Austin.” Like Boulder, it’s a small city surrounded by gorgeous scenery. In this case, though, you’re probably in town for the music.

Asheville’s been home to a strong music and festival circuit for a long time, making a name for itself in the indie, electronic, folk, jazz, bluegrass, and pop scenes. Since 2010 the city’s also been host to Moogfest, a huge celebration of art, technology, and electronic music, so named for the creator of the iconic Moog synthesizer. 2014 brought together the Pet Shop Boys, Kraftwerk, M.I.A., Janelle Monae, and hundreds more.

When you’re booking your hotel, check out Aloft. It’s the only hotel located in the true heart of downtown, complete with 35-mile views of the surrounding mountains and it’s within walking distance to over 40 independent restaurants.

Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis has been exploding in recent years with its own home-grown renaissance and influx of transplants alike. As more and more people start to consider the Midwest a worthwhile destination, there’s more vanguard chefs, cocktail bars, bands and artists calling Minneapolis home.

If you love the allure of Art Deco, Prohibition-era atmosphere, consider booking your room at the W. It’s the Roaring Twenties meets modern in all the best ways: 229 guestrooms are set in the breathtaking, iconic Foshay Tower; the Prohibition Sky Bar serves classic and signature cocktails on the 27th floor; Manny’s Steakhouse dishes out award-winning meals; the open-aired Observation Deck & Museum offers sublime views of the city from the 30th floor.