Must say that EK from Europe and then the direct DXB-MEL or SYD is a briiliant way to travel to Dunnunder and that the A345 in Business Class is no problem at all , a great way to travel . HOWEVER , the popularity of EK seems to have overtaken the planning . The Business Lounge in DXB is far too small and one is very lucky to even get seating in the smoking area when in transit , given the traffic flow pattern , sorry , not good enough . Although renewed 3 or so years ago , it needs expanding , urgently - keep the customers satisfied , should be the motto . I will still fly with them , for the moment ( paying my own fare ).