Hey Bawbag
I have two close friends who both work for EK.
One absolutely loves it and the other can't wait for the contract to end.
From what I understand, if your prepared to work hard and live in halfway across the world its quite a good experience.
Its all subjective though - 50% will say its ace and 50% will say its !!!!e....
My view is if your prepared to move countries and do the hard yards have a go, you can always come home if you don't like it!
Good luck with your application.
Cheers