Poor First Class Experience With Emirates
#16
Join Date: Dec 2010
Posts: 46
On the way back to Dubai in first class I asked for a hot chocolate but it took them some time to prepare it. They blamed the delay on the malfunctioning machine.
#17




Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Dubai, UAE / Phuket, Thailand / York, England
Programs: SAS Diamond/STE+, Emirates, OW Sapphire (bye-bye BA, yesss!), Radisson VIP, Hilton, Marriott
Posts: 5,497
However minor the op’s complaints might appear to others (& seemingly bizarre previous posts may be
) theses issues clearly upset him. I think he could well have room for dissatisfaction here
EK’s IT should be effective in handling rebooking. Inconsistency of hard product is frustrating. Service should be flawless in F.
I pray to god that there was hand lotion freely available.
) theses issues clearly upset him. I think he could well have room for dissatisfaction here
EK’s IT should be effective in handling rebooking. Inconsistency of hard product is frustrating. Service should be flawless in F.I pray to god that there was hand lotion freely available.
#18




Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 7,791
I had to visit the EK office since I had to pay some fees to change my ticket. EK had no right to prevent me from changing my ticket online, especially when I'm flying in first class.
When first class is empty and it takes over 20 minutes (it took around 25 minutes) to prepare my breakfast that is utterly unacceptable. If I was sitting in an empty restaurant and the food took that much time to arrive I would cancel the order and look for another restaurant. EK first class left a bitter taste in my mouth.
When first class is empty and it takes over 20 minutes (it took around 25 minutes) to prepare my breakfast that is utterly unacceptable. If I was sitting in an empty restaurant and the food took that much time to arrive I would cancel the order and look for another restaurant. EK first class left a bitter taste in my mouth.
Class of service is irrelevant in terms of IT, think net neutrality.
#19



Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: AU, UG, NG, ET, others
Programs: EK (plat), ET, VA, QF
Posts: 607
Personally, I always take the attitude that sometimes things don't go right and it's important to go with the flow. Things don't always go to plan, and all of this is definitely a first world problem.
Self importance can be a considerable block to appreciating what we already have. I understand that the OP was disappointed, but it should be put into context. I'm sure the ride was comfortable, the 23" screen was still visible, and the OP did not die of starvation during the flight.
By all means complain through the appropriate channels if you wish, but remember you're already very privileged, and waiting 20 minutes for service in first class is a far cry from not being able to afford eating. Most of the world lives that way.
Self importance can be a considerable block to appreciating what we already have. I understand that the OP was disappointed, but it should be put into context. I'm sure the ride was comfortable, the 23" screen was still visible, and the OP did not die of starvation during the flight.
By all means complain through the appropriate channels if you wish, but remember you're already very privileged, and waiting 20 minutes for service in first class is a far cry from not being able to afford eating. Most of the world lives that way.
#20
Join Date: Feb 2011
Posts: 1,508
Using that logic nobody should complain about anything travel related in an online forum. I mean compared to starving, lost luggage, lack of upgrades, cancelled flights, etc are minor inconveniences, right?
#21




Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 7,791
No one's talking about lost luggage or cancelled flights. Calm it and stay on topic.
#22
Original Poster

Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Kuwait
Programs: WoH Globalist
Posts: 607
I don't recall ever waiting over 20 minutes on my QR experience in J. Oh and did I mention that it's shameful that EK crew serves regular water to passengers in first class while QR serves Evian water in business?
#23
Ambassador, Emirates




Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: LGW / AMS / CPT
Programs: SA KL BA EK
Posts: 4,836
I purchased my ticket online. When I tried to change my ticket online it kept insisting that I visit the nearest EK office since it wont let me do it online. I didn't pay over the phone since I refuse to give my credit card details over the phone.
I don't recall ever waiting over 20 minutes on my QR experience in J. Oh and did I mention that it's shameful that EK crew serves regular water to passengers in first class while QR serves Evian water in business?
I don't recall ever waiting over 20 minutes on my QR experience in J. Oh and did I mention that it's shameful that EK crew serves regular water to passengers in first class while QR serves Evian water in business?
#24




Join Date: Apr 2017
Programs: Qatar, Turkish, Aeroflot
Posts: 539
Not being funny but assuming you're a 'western expat' in Kuwait, a taxi is hardly going to cost a fortune, I can say that after living in Saudi and visiting Kuwait, it is most definitely not going to be anything like UK or USA etc. And with Singapore having a well developed public transport network, is it *really* necessary to take a taxi there?
This thread REEKS of self-entitlement and overdemanding demeanor. It's absolutely sensational that such small things cause such outrage in people, what is this world coming to?
This thread REEKS of self-entitlement and overdemanding demeanor. It's absolutely sensational that such small things cause such outrage in people, what is this world coming to?
#25




Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 7,791
I purchased my ticket online. When I tried to change my ticket online it kept insisting that I visit the nearest EK office since it wont let me do it online. I didn't pay over the phone since I refuse to give my credit card details over the phone.
I don't recall ever waiting over 20 minutes on my QR experience in J. Oh and did I mention that it's shameful that EK crew serves regular water to passengers in first class while QR serves Evian water in business?
I don't recall ever waiting over 20 minutes on my QR experience in J. Oh and did I mention that it's shameful that EK crew serves regular water to passengers in first class while QR serves Evian water in business?
EK serves water during meals usually from a large bottle of Al Ain or Evian, as mentioned the minibar also contains bottled water.
Either way, you've clearly stated before that you dislike EK, would never fly them again and were taking your business to QR. You're now reiterating the fact you prefer QR, so why exactly are you starting this thread, or flying EK at all? "Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice..."
#27


Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: MAD
Posts: 702
I had to visit the EK office since I had to pay some fees to change my ticket. EK had no right to prevent me from changing my ticket online, especially when I'm flying in first class.
When first class is empty and it takes over 20 minutes (it took around 25 minutes) to prepare my breakfast that is utterly unacceptable. If I was sitting in an empty restaurant and the food took that much time to arrive I would cancel the order and look for another restaurant. EK first class left a bitter taste in my mouth.
When first class is empty and it takes over 20 minutes (it took around 25 minutes) to prepare my breakfast that is utterly unacceptable. If I was sitting in an empty restaurant and the food took that much time to arrive I would cancel the order and look for another restaurant. EK first class left a bitter taste in my mouth.
#28




Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 7,791
To be fair to aceboy, EK regulars prefer McDonalds in F
#29
Original Poster

Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Kuwait
Programs: WoH Globalist
Posts: 607
Not being funny but assuming you're a 'western expat' in Kuwait, a taxi is hardly going to cost a fortune, I can say that after living in Saudi and visiting Kuwait, it is most definitely not going to be anything like UK or USA etc. And with Singapore having a well developed public transport network, is it *really* necessary to take a taxi there?
This thread REEKS of self-entitlement and overdemanding demeanor. It's absolutely sensational that such small things cause such outrage in people, what is this world coming to?
This thread REEKS of self-entitlement and overdemanding demeanor. It's absolutely sensational that such small things cause such outrage in people, what is this world coming to?
Online via the website? Had you requested any special services, made a miles upgrade or any other changes previously? If you refuse to give you credit card over the phone then there's really not much to say...
Either way, you've clearly stated before that you dislike EK, would never fly them again and were taking your business to QR. You're now reiterating the fact you prefer QR, so why exactly are you starting this thread, or flying EK at all? "Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice..."
Either way, you've clearly stated before that you dislike EK, would never fly them again and were taking your business to QR. You're now reiterating the fact you prefer QR, so why exactly are you starting this thread, or flying EK at all? "Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice..."
Oh and the reason I flown EK first (as opposed to QR J) was the private suite with 3 windows all for myself in addition to the fantastic ICE system. I get bored on QR flights but on EK overall I find my experience enjoyable (assuming I get what I paid for.)
Oh and did I mention that in Singapore J and F passengers get the same chauffeur-drive car? I was disappointed to see an Mercedes E-class (as opposed to an S-class) as a first class passenger driving me to the hotel.
To conclude, overall I enjoy my flights with EK, but I don't feel like I'm getting what I paid for (based on the price they charge for first class.)
#30
Ambassador: Emirates Airlines
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Manchester, UK
Posts: 19,801
The than the complaints about Emirates IT, the rest of your post is just a rant unfortunately.


