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butzi
July 12, 2018
Can you somehow compare your A380 experience on Emirates and Etihad?
Alex Miller
July 18, 2018
That is just SO tough to do!
In a nutshell, Emirates is definitely more of a “fun” product due to the way the bar is laid out (very social and casual whereas Etihad is a bit more formal) – and the staff certainly want you to have a great time. I find their a little more open with their sense of humour for example. Or as us brits would say, a bit cheekier 🙂
Etihad, well – the space in your suite is just unreal and everything is more conservative, more refined – perhaps even a little classier vs bling?
So it depends on the type of vibe that you want really. Fun (EK) vs Classy (EY). For me, the Apartments win by just a whisper.
Bill White
June 23, 2020
Which one is better for sleeping together as a couple and sitting close together? The Emirates seats looked like you were so far apart!
Jarrod West
June 24, 2020
Hi Bill,
Was there a specific airline cabin you were wanting compared? As this post only covers Emirates First on the A380. Generally speaking for couples I would recommend Etihad’s First Class Apartment on the a380, or Qatar’s QSuites.
Thanks for reading!
Matthew
August 18, 2019
Did you guys use a selfie stick or tripod to take your pictures from up above? Any recommendations would be helpful!
Jarrod West
August 19, 2019
Hi Matthew!
Yes, a selfie stick was used for the photos from a higher vantage point.
Thanks for reading!
RossMcDonald
January 01, 2022
When will Emirates fly to Bali again from Australia?
Jarrod West
January 03, 2022
Hi Ross,
Emirates has not yet given any information regarding that, but we will update as soon as they do!
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