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He was flying from Tokyo to Sydney when he spoke to Business Insider, and says that he has so far visited "most of Africa, all of Asia" and is "now heading [to] the Pacific, then the Americas after that."
The goal? To visit the best hotels on the planet in person so that users of his app know every one has been personally vetted by him.
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"I decided to travel for 800 days non-stop, for two and a half years, and I'm on day 400-and-something," he told Business Insider, adding that he's already been to all of the hotels in the past, but "had to go back and prove I've been there."
The app - which costs $99 per year - allows users to search for anywhere in the world and see which hotels Kjellgre personally recommends within their budget.
"You can press call or email and contact them directly," he said, adding that it's "all my research in your pocket."
Kjellgre said he grew up travelling, and had been to about 100 countries by the age of 25. Now, he says he's personally stayed in about 2,000 hotels in 139 countries.
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After constantly being asked for advice, he decided to start a bespoke travel advisory service after leaving Kiwi Collection - where he is still a shareholder - a few years ago, and now caters to three tiers of business. The top tier is invitation-only for "ultra-high net worths" including royals, according to Kjellgre, who says they pay him a retainer to help with travel advice and work his connections and access.
He has a team in London and people "scattered all over the world" - and claims to have personal relationships with "about 3,000 general managers in about 330 countries."
Still, he says he's "not the type of person who only stays in super high-end hotels" - although he says "not every hotel is great."
We asked Kjellgre for his pick of the absolute best hotels on the planet that everyone should visit in their lifetime.
Scroll down to see his bucket list selection, ranked in ascending order by the starting cost per night.
Ice Hôtel, Sweden — from £124 per room, per night.
This is "the original Icehotel, located in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden — 200 km north of the Arctic Circle," according to Kjellgre. "This is a world famous hotel and an art exhibition made of ice and snow."
Taj Lake Palace, India — from £214 per room, per night.
"Voted the most romantic in the world, it’s the only hotel that’s on the lake and became world renowned when the James Bond film ‘Octopussy’ was filmed at it."
Dolder Grand, Switzerland — from £313 per room, per night.
"History and design perfectly merged in one, this very classic hotel [took] four years of renovation under the direction of famed British architect Lord Norman Foster," Kjellgre said.
Ett Hem, Stockholm — from £349 per night, per room.
"It’s like being at home but better, because the decor, lighting, and service is just perfect, even down to the potted plant in your bathroom. I think this is one of the very best boutique hotels anywhere. As close to perfect as it gets."
Uxua, Brazil — from £358 per room, per night.
"Rustic beach elegance — half UXUA's casas here date back 500 years to the village's founding. They were restored by designer Wilbert Das in collaboration with local artisans using traditional techniques and reclaimed materials."
Cap Estel, Provence — from £360 per room, per night.
"The epitome of what the French Riviera is all about, this is also the most private of any hotel on the Cote D’azur, a boutique hotel in its own gated estate on a peninsula. It’s a place where celebrities from all over come to escape the crowds and appreciate complete privacy."
Villa d’Este, Italy — from £430 per room, per night.
"The most iconic of hotels on Lake Como, any bucket list must have this hotel on it."
Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado — from £497 per couple, per night (includes full board and activities).
"With passionate owners realising a dream of creating an authentic mid-western village, the traditional buildings were brought across the US and renovated to perfection. It's like a journey through an old western movie but with stunning interior deign, a true hidden gem."
Post Ranch Inn, California — from £650 per room, per night (inc breakfast) during low season, from £2,101 during high season.
"Probably one of the most stunning panoramic views anywhere, on the dramatic coast of Big Sur, paired with really unique design."
Amanyangyun, Shanghai — from £682 per room, per night.
"The villas and ancient trees that make this hotel special were saved from demolition 15 years ago. It took over 15 years to build the hotel — the villas were put back together brick by brick and trees were transported 700km and then replanted facing the same direction as before they were uprooted. This is the newest of all Aman's resorts just outside Shanghai, simply an incredible story."
Eden Rock, St.Barths — from £777 per room, per night.
"The most iconic of hotels situated on an isolated rock on the best beach in St Barths, this is a star-studded resort with impeccable taste."
Le K2, Courchevel — from £785 per room, per night (half board).
"Ultra cool design in the alps, a luxury hotel village near the centre of Courchevel 1850."
Rosewood Le Crillon, Paris — from £870 per double room, per night (inc breakfast).
"A classic reborn, after a long closure and extensive renovation this is Paris' most iconic and luxurious destination."
Aman, Venice — from £998 per room, per night.
"A luxury hotel in the regal 16th century Papadopoli palazzo, [this is] Italy with old master frescoes and private gardens set on the Grand Canal."
Nihi Sumba, Indonesia — from £1,027 per night.
"Surfer’s paradise combined with great service and accommodations, taking barefoot luxury to a new level, located on the large island of Samba a one hour flight from Bali."
Villa TreVille, Positano — from £1,200 per night.
"One of the most stylish hotels anywhere with stunning views of Positano. A hotel for the person in the know."
Saffire Freycinet, Tasmania — from £1,203 per room, per night.
"Cool design in a stunning location on Tasmania's east coast, the oyster farm experience is unique and memorable as you stand in the water with a white cloth-covered table and eat others you’ve just gathered."
Singita Pamushana, Zimbabwe — from £1,220 per person sharing, per night.
"Not only is the wildlife viewing incredible, the lodge is perched on a ridge overlooking Malilangwe Dam where crocodiles, hippos, and exotic birds come to play, the most unique of all safari lodges."
Cape Kidnappers, New Zealand — from £1,256 per suite, per night during low season, from £1,724 during high season.
"Far out to the east of Hawke’s Bay wine country, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers sits atop rolling hills and rugged cliffs that give way to vast sea views and an ever-present horizon. Home to not only a lodge and spa, this unique property also boasts one of the world’s top golf courses."
Aman, Tokyo — from £1,318 per room, per night.
"Understated in style, it feels like a luxurious ryokan with spanning views of Tokyo and the Imperial Garden’s a new level of luxury."
Amankora, Bhutan — from £1,397 per double room, per night.
"Visiting Bhutan is magical and the lodging and staff at all five Amankora lodges go out of their way to make your experience authentic and exceptional."
Amangiri, USA — from £1,677 per room, per night.
"The only real luxury resort in the Grand Canyon with its incredible pool built into the rocks."
Bisate Lodge, Rwanda — from £1,755 per villa, per night.
"The newest and definitely the coolest design of any of the lodges in Rwanda, this is the place for gorilla watching."
Four Seaons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand — from £1,861 per room, per night.
"If you love elephants, you can get up close and personal with them here. [There are] cool designed large safari tents where three countries in the golden triangle meet."
Explora Patagonia, Chile — from £1,962 per person per night in quiet season, from £3,155 in high season.
"Located in the most southern tip of South America in Torres del Paine national park in Patagonia, on the shores of Lake Pehoe, it has breathtaking views of the Paine ridge and the granite towers."
Time + Tide Miavana, Madagascar — from £2,305 per person sharing, per night.
"A private island only accessible by helicopter, where else can you visit a magnificent forest to go on a lemur safari by helicopter? These are absolutely stunning private villas scattered on the beach."
Cheval Blanc Randheli, Maldives — rom £2,439 per room, per night.
"The most luxurious resort in the Maldives, and definitely the nicest villas you can find all with large private infinity pools."
The Brando, French Polynesia — from £2,955 per room, per night.
"Formerly the home of Marlon Barndo turned ultra luxury resort, probably one of the most luxurious resorts in the world."
Laucala, Fiji — from £3,600 per room, per night.
Truly the "best of the best" according to Kjellgre, this is "a private and exclusive" hotel in Fiji. "No expense has been spared at the exclusive tropical hideaway, where 25 Fijian-styled villas are set amid coconut plantations beside deserted beaches and atop the island’s volcanic mountains overlooking fertile coral reefs and endless jungle."
Singita Lebombo, South Africa — from £4,010 per room, per night.
"A cutting edge safari lodge, bold and contemporary in design in Kruger National Park with its own privately-leased concession. Also 100% solar powered."
North Island, Seychelles — from £6,138 per room, per night.
"The most exclusive island getaway in the Seychelles, a private island, this resort is the epitome of freedom and privacy in a luxurious yet barefoot luxury retreat."