I have to agree with some of the comments above. I also used to work for Astraeus, which was a great little company, with some equally interesting destinations! That, in my opinion, is the best thing about working for AEU and now BMED, it's not all there for you on a plate downroute, you have to go out there and explore, do a bit of digging! I have had some of the best nights out ever in Africa, and hopefully, in the future, Central Asia. It IS BA branded, and that for me works just fine, after 6 months, we have access to the BA staff travel scheme, not to mention 2 free tickets a year, increasing with time. The company is modern, innovative and going places. Ask me 6 months down the line and my opinions may have changed, but for now, and for the last 2 years at Astraeus, life has been good!
Regards
Mike