Last edit by: Saltire74
Changes to the CD Terms and Conditions in early January 2019 confirm the following:
Effective 1 March 2019, new Chauffeur-drive service reservations are not available in conjunction with Skywards Business and First Class Classic Rewards and Economy to Business Class Upgrades.
https://www.emirates.com/uk/english/...nd-conditions/
Effective 1 March 2019, new Chauffeur-drive service reservations are not available in conjunction with Skywards Business and First Class Classic Rewards and Economy to Business Class Upgrades.
https://www.emirates.com/uk/english/...nd-conditions/
EK Chauffeur Drive Discussion Thread
#886
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 7,801
So how does it work with a short stopover in DXB?
I am/was on a J CPT/AMS/CPT ticket. As normal, only CD offered in CPT and AMS.
Then I had to change the date of the return flight. The 'layover' (I don't think that's the right term, but anyway) of the new fight is actually shorter than the old one (2.5 hours instead of 4). But MMB now offers me CD in AMS, DXB*2 and CPT. Surely this is an error?
I am/was on a J CPT/AMS/CPT ticket. As normal, only CD offered in CPT and AMS.
Then I had to change the date of the return flight. The 'layover' (I don't think that's the right term, but anyway) of the new fight is actually shorter than the old one (2.5 hours instead of 4). But MMB now offers me CD in AMS, DXB*2 and CPT. Surely this is an error?
#887
Original Poster
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: ISB
Posts: 747
Left DXB yesterday, on the way to the airport, the chauffeur drive introduced himself, and it turns out he was also from Pakistan, and he had some interesting and some not so surprising points to share.
1) The management treats all the CD drivers like crap.
-I was genuinely curious to know how much they're paid for 12hr shifts, but it was obviously too rude to ask.
2) The driver's dad is an A380 captain for EK, at first I had my doubts and found it a bit hard to believe, till I asked his name and realized I had heard the name before, I later confirmed with a relative that that guy really is an A380 captain. Apparently he is also treated like crap, although that too is not surprising, considering some of the stuff I've read on PPRuNe.
3) According to the driver, CD management also changed recently, and it was their idea to bring the BMW 520i cars for J, however he said costs have gone through the roof since the fuel and maintenance costs for these are much higher than the Volvo V70s. He followed up to say that they haven't fully removed the V70s from service, and plenty of them are still around because the management is still deciding what to do.
1) The management treats all the CD drivers like crap.
-I was genuinely curious to know how much they're paid for 12hr shifts, but it was obviously too rude to ask.
2) The driver's dad is an A380 captain for EK, at first I had my doubts and found it a bit hard to believe, till I asked his name and realized I had heard the name before, I later confirmed with a relative that that guy really is an A380 captain. Apparently he is also treated like crap, although that too is not surprising, considering some of the stuff I've read on PPRuNe.
3) According to the driver, CD management also changed recently, and it was their idea to bring the BMW 520i cars for J, however he said costs have gone through the roof since the fuel and maintenance costs for these are much higher than the Volvo V70s. He followed up to say that they haven't fully removed the V70s from service, and plenty of them are still around because the management is still deciding what to do.
#888
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 7,801
Left DXB yesterday, on the way to the airport, the chauffeur drive introduced himself, and it turns out he was also from Pakistan, and he had some interesting and some not so surprising points to share.
1) The management treats all the CD drivers like crap.
-I was genuinely curious to know how much they're paid for 12hr shifts, but it was obviously too rude to ask.
2) The driver's dad is an A380 captain for EK, at first I had my doubts and found it a bit hard to believe, till I asked his name and realized I had heard the name before, I later confirmed with a relative that that guy really is an A380 captain. Apparently he is also treated like crap, although that too is not surprising, considering some of the stuff I've read on PPRuNe.
3) According to the driver, CD management also changed recently, and it was their idea to bring the BMW 520i cars for J, however he said costs have gone through the roof since the fuel and maintenance costs for these are much higher than the Volvo V70s. He followed up to say that they haven't fully removed the V70s from service, and plenty of them are still around because the management is still deciding what to do.
1) The management treats all the CD drivers like crap.
-I was genuinely curious to know how much they're paid for 12hr shifts, but it was obviously too rude to ask.
2) The driver's dad is an A380 captain for EK, at first I had my doubts and found it a bit hard to believe, till I asked his name and realized I had heard the name before, I later confirmed with a relative that that guy really is an A380 captain. Apparently he is also treated like crap, although that too is not surprising, considering some of the stuff I've read on PPRuNe.
3) According to the driver, CD management also changed recently, and it was their idea to bring the BMW 520i cars for J, however he said costs have gone through the roof since the fuel and maintenance costs for these are much higher than the Volvo V70s. He followed up to say that they haven't fully removed the V70s from service, and plenty of them are still around because the management is still deciding what to do.
#890
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Dubai
Programs: Emirates Platinum
Posts: 372
Apologies if this has been covered already. In the past, if I upgraded with miles or got an op-up from Y to J, I would be able to make use of CD into DXB (only DXB). This last time I was denied. Then granted. Then denied.
Perhaps it remains if you upgrade with miles (I had an Op-Up.
Perhaps it remains if you upgrade with miles (I had an Op-Up.
#891
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 7,801
Apologies if this has been covered already. In the past, if I upgraded with miles or got an op-up from Y to J, I would be able to make use of CD into DXB (only DXB). This last time I was denied. Then granted. Then denied.
Perhaps it remains if you upgrade with miles (I had an Op-Up.
Perhaps it remains if you upgrade with miles (I had an Op-Up.
#894
Join Date: Jul 2000
Location: AUH
Posts: 8,265
Thanks for the tip re. BKK arrival (turn right from Exit C, go to Door 5) - I would have had absolutely no idea where to go unless I had read it on here.
Got an E class which was 2 generations ago (W211), but I suppose still preferable to taxis. But this is one of the oldest cars I've ever gotten out of EK/EY anywhere.
Got an E class which was 2 generations ago (W211), but I suppose still preferable to taxis. But this is one of the oldest cars I've ever gotten out of EK/EY anywhere.
#895
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 5,454
Thanks for the tip re. BKK arrival (turn right from Exit C, go to Door 5) - I would have had absolutely no idea where to go unless I had read it on here.
Got an E class which was 2 generations ago (W211), but I suppose still preferable to taxis. But this is one of the oldest cars I've ever gotten out of EK/EY anywhere.
Got an E class which was 2 generations ago (W211), but I suppose still preferable to taxis. But this is one of the oldest cars I've ever gotten out of EK/EY anywhere.
And a 10 seat minivan. For one.
#896
Original Poster
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: ISB
Posts: 747
Thanks for the tip re. BKK arrival (turn right from Exit C, go to Door 5) - I would have had absolutely no idea where to go unless I had read it on here.
Got an E class which was 2 generations ago (W211), but I suppose still preferable to taxis. But this is one of the oldest cars I've ever gotten out of EK/EY anywhere.
Got an E class which was 2 generations ago (W211), but I suppose still preferable to taxis. But this is one of the oldest cars I've ever gotten out of EK/EY anywhere.
Got the Mercedes Viano people carrier in DXB, also for one. Just felt a bit awkward, one guy, one bag, huge vehicle.
#897
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: SFO
Programs: BR Diamond, Dynasty Flyer Paragon, Marriott Lifetime Plat
Posts: 1,926
I am traveling with my family(we are in J, there are 8 of us) and our maid(she is in economy) from SIN-DXB and back. Will the maid be allowed to ride with us?
#898
Ambassador: Emirates Airlines
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Manchester, UK
Posts: 18,598
#899
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 409
Chauffeur in Prague
Seems like OP is sorted, so figured I'd post my own questions here. Booked my dad on Emirates J as a treat (KUL>DXB>PRG) but have never flown it myself and we are flying from different locations so I'm a bit of a nervous nelly at the moment.
1) If my dad's cell is not local (i.e., Malaysian cell), will he still get a phone-call/text confirmation for his Prague pick-up/drop-off?
2) Is there a way to confirm with the company via email (rather than call)? I'm nervous about things getting lost in translation over the phone
3) On the way back, would I be able to hop into the car with my dad to the airport (I'm on a different flight) or would they take issue with this? I'm actually considering just booking a car with the hotel for ~30 Euros just to avoid the coordination but seems silly to turn down a free car. But I also don't want to run into any issues with getting to the airport to catch our flights.
4)*one more question! At Arrivals, the sign they hold up will clearly be noted that they are from Emirates, right?
Thanks in advance!
1) If my dad's cell is not local (i.e., Malaysian cell), will he still get a phone-call/text confirmation for his Prague pick-up/drop-off?
2) Is there a way to confirm with the company via email (rather than call)? I'm nervous about things getting lost in translation over the phone
3) On the way back, would I be able to hop into the car with my dad to the airport (I'm on a different flight) or would they take issue with this? I'm actually considering just booking a car with the hotel for ~30 Euros just to avoid the coordination but seems silly to turn down a free car. But I also don't want to run into any issues with getting to the airport to catch our flights.
4)*one more question! At Arrivals, the sign they hold up will clearly be noted that they are from Emirates, right?
Thanks in advance!
#900
Original Poster
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: ISB
Posts: 747
Seems like OP is sorted, so figured I'd post my own questions here. Booked my dad on Emirates J as a treat (KUL>DXB>PRG) but have never flown it myself and we are flying from different locations so I'm a bit of a nervous nelly at the moment.
1) If my dad's cell is not local (i.e., Malaysian cell), will he still get a phone-call/text confirmation for his Prague pick-up/drop-off?
2) Is there a way to confirm with the company via email (rather than call)? I'm nervous about things getting lost in translation over the phone
3) On the way back, would I be able to hop into the car with my dad to the airport (I'm on a different flight) or would they take issue with this? I'm actually considering just booking a car with the hotel for ~30 Euros just to avoid the coordination but seems silly to turn down a free car. But I also don't want to run into any issues with getting to the airport to catch our flights.
4)*one more question! At Arrivals, the sign they hold up will clearly be noted that they are from Emirates, right?
Thanks in advance!
1) If my dad's cell is not local (i.e., Malaysian cell), will he still get a phone-call/text confirmation for his Prague pick-up/drop-off?
2) Is there a way to confirm with the company via email (rather than call)? I'm nervous about things getting lost in translation over the phone
3) On the way back, would I be able to hop into the car with my dad to the airport (I'm on a different flight) or would they take issue with this? I'm actually considering just booking a car with the hotel for ~30 Euros just to avoid the coordination but seems silly to turn down a free car. But I also don't want to run into any issues with getting to the airport to catch our flights.
4)*one more question! At Arrivals, the sign they hold up will clearly be noted that they are from Emirates, right?
Thanks in advance!
As for pickup, the chauffeur company will either call or text him, and yes, not having a local number isn't an issue. As long as his roaming is enabled and he's able to receive calls/texts on that number.
2) Directly with the chauffeur company? Probably not. You can email EK for confirmation or message them on Twitter. In my experience, once I called in about chauffeur pickup in DXB and the guy emailed a copy of the chauffeur confirmation to the email address on file for the booking.
3) Drivers usually don't mind so yes, you can hop in.
4) Not really sure about that, someone else may be able to comment. Your dad's name will probably be on the sign though.
I've got the link to the Chauffeur Drive thread in my signature, first post should have a local number in Prague that you can call.