Great report! I'm eagerly awaiting my KLM EC experience in May. Question - are you and your companion both Skyteam Elite+ members? I'm a Skyteam E+ member, traveling with a non-status friend. How did the two of you get seated in EC?
I too was surprised by KLM not charging for EC.
I would like my friend to be seated with me, but alas, I seriously doubt the KL robot gate agents will permit this without her paying the full 140EUR fee. Any suggestions?
I plan to document the experience too!