DD,
Seems like you've already made up your mind.
EK does have it's good points, no argument there, but it does have it bad sides too. It's very subjective. I've been at EK since 2003 and I have seen many changes, very few for the better. Having said that, I still like my job and my family is happy. In general, the people I work with on a daily basis are a great bunch.
As far as the company goes, I was proud when I joined. Now, I consider myself just a mercenary. The company might be doing great, but I have no respect for it anymore thanks to the management and the way they treat their own people.
A bit sad maybe, but I can live with it. Remember the grass is always greener....
What about contract jobs in China with basing? I know some EK skippers are looking at Air China with a base in Europe. Do you have some info on that?
Regards,
VLS