Maude Charlee.... pretty much the nail on the head there!
I now work for an airline in MAN and I have to admit, It feels more like an airport... NCL seems to lack that, I dont know why.
I enjoy working from MAN, althought I do miss NCL and like to keep updated. I hope to see NCL get all these services, I have checked in a few major carriers from that airport and DXB and JFK/EWR are VERY popular.. so im sure EK would easily fill a 330 no problem, although maybe not daily at first.