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TheTakeOffRush Feb 24, 2016 1:15 am


Originally Posted by steveben53 (Post 26235157)
The bottom line is that the chauffeur service is not operated by Emirates it is sub-contracted out.

A year ago a friend of mine was picked up in good time for a flight from LGW. Unfortunately, due to a major incident on the M25 (London Orbital Motorway) she was delayed by 4 hours and missed her flight and was classed as a no show. She had to pay the full price for a replacement ticket. When she tried to claim this back off from the chauffeur company she was shown the relevant T's & C's which absolved the company from liability in such a situation.

Fortunately she had good travel insurance

Wow! Nightmarish scenario; at least she survived in good shape. I'll add this to the events to consider in pricing travel insurers.

Ahmed777 Feb 24, 2016 10:08 pm


Originally Posted by skywardhunter (Post 26235254)
I've said it before and I'll say it again, the EK Grilled Chicken breast in Y is delicious!

Agreed!

Although presentation might be poor, the EK Y food is actually quite good.

It's just that trying to eat is difficult because they pack that tiny tray with so much food...

Ooi Feb 25, 2016 1:57 pm


Originally Posted by DYKWIA (Post 26233371)
Wow... People actually keep a record of their chauffeur drive number plates!

Not a record, but a number plate note/make of every taxi/chauffeur vehicle I used/use. Company policy...I carry on the habit

Wtravel Mar 1, 2016 2:02 pm

Depending on the station and vendor I find there can be a huge difference in the quality/condition of the cars. Had one in BKK today which I could have easily bought for the cost of the transfer... ;)

However, have never really had an issue with any of the drivers. Only once did a driver not turn up (took Uber Black instead and was promptly reimbursed by EK) and that was because of a mistake by the dispatcher.


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