Just returned from my award trip on Emirates SEA-DXB-NBO, return DAR-DXB-LAX-SEA, and it was really wonderful. It was my first time traveling in anything better than premium economy on an international route and I feel I'm forever spoiled by the great comfort and service! Loved the private suites in F on the 777-300ER and A380, and even the "old" style F seats on the legs to NBO and from DAR were very comfortable. The shower on the A380 was great, although having tried it once I'd book the nonstop home on the 777 rather than go through LAX again, given the hours it added to my trip home.

I wanted to report that I had absolutely no lounge access issues in any location--as someone else reported up-thread. Perhaps they've finally fixed that bug.

And maxmin, thanks for the apology, that was gracious of you.