Most people believe American Express Membership Rewards (MR) Points are only for luxury chain redemption like Taj or Marriott.

Reality: You can use MR Points to book almost any flight or hotel in India with excellent value.

The route is simple:

MR Points → Marriott Bonvoy Points → Flipkart Supercoins → Cleartrip

(2 MR = 2 MB = 1 Supercoin = ₹1 ➜ ~₹0.50 value per MR)

Why This Strategy Matters

✅ Redeem for trips where chain hotels may not exist

✅ Works for spontaneous + offbeat travel

✅ Useful even for friends/family bookings

✅ You aren’t restricted to luxury availability

✅ MR becomes a universal travel currency.

What Makes This Even Better

You can stack these perks:

✅ OTA discounts on Cleartrip

✅ Flipkart Black / Myntra Icon / CT loyalty benefits

✅ EarnKaro Cashback (up to ₹240 per booking)

✅ Up to 300 Supercoins back per booking

😎Suddenly ₹0.50/MR becomes a win.

Real Example

Elephant Passage Resort - Munnar

Room Type: Cottage + Breakfast

Paid: 4780 Supercoins + ₹598 taxes (9560 MR Pts = 4780 SC)

Although this isn't a famous luxury brand name... but in Munnar, this place was second to none.

And when you see the redemption value, feels even better.

Best Use Case

Great for bookings up to ₹7500

(where ₹5,000 Supercoin cap still gives max value)

Ideal when:

✅ No Taj/Marriott property nearby

✅ You don’t want to burn high-value hotel points

✅ Multiple rooms / short breaks

✅ Last-minute plan

Notes

⚠️Limit: ₹5000 discount per booking with SC at 1:1

‼️Value depends on how well you stack the offers

Final Word

If you’re only using MR for premium hotel redemptions, you’re missing a massive chunk of practical value.

This method gives you:

More options. More flexibility. More travel.

(Not just once-a-year luxury stays.)

Enjoy it while it lasts, sweet spots don’t stay sweet forever.