Originally Posted by
7byazz
So after many years of loyalty to BA, I have become disloyal because of insane and disrespectful changes to their loyalty program, and booked 3xF and 1xJ flights on Emirates in my next trip.
The 3xF trips are short haul (3h, 777), medium haul (7h, A380) and long haul (15h, A380) and the J is on their A350.
Any advice for me on how to make the most of my experience. I really want to like Emirates!
all bookings are cash.
Am assuming downloaded the Emirates app.
The meet & greet staff for F in DXB will be able to advise if any special events or if a lounge is better than another.
Also if enjoy your vino there are numerous bottles to choose from in lounges so worth a look.
The amount of amenities given in flight are also bonkers if used to BA. The Emirates shopping bag is as much so can take anything want with you.
If like whisky definitely try the Dalmore. The movie popcorn is also a nice touch.
The Emirates dates are ridiculously moorish as are the chocolates they give you to take away.
The in flight shower on A380 can be a bit of a gimmick but worth a try for the experience.
All-in-all it is a great experience have done many times.
J is probably almost an F on many other airlines.
In DXB there is a free 15 min massage if in F flounge. It is a basic thing but passes time and can be relaxing.
My one big recommendation is remember to put some praise feedback in for the staff as they genuinely do work socks off, as do many CC so good to get them some plaudits.
Enjoy your flights and checkout that Skywards has artner airlines can spend on too.
Lastly I know others mentioned food but never had a bad meal with EK tbh.
The front desk will say if can board directly via the lounge