Cheer up Dejvu,
try again in 6 months. I dont think it's advisable for you to fly to their walk-in interv at another destination. THey are pretty strict about their rule. During my interview on the Nov 7, both the intervewers got pissed off when some of the candidates didnt follow rules/instructions. SO best bet is, dont blacklist yourself!
I am very sure I had the same interviewers as they said they are going to HK after my interview. If i am not mistaken, the ireland lady is DAnielle and the egyptian is Rhonda. She's a bit strict but both are very helpful during my interv. Got to be the fasting and jet-lag that's making her bitchy!
Dejvu, no, I dont think they only hire ex-crew. My interview. we have about 12 ex-crew. but only three was selected to go into the second round. I was selected and I am a designer (far from a customer service personnel), one fresh graduate in Marketing, one promoter, one teacher or something similar...
My advice is try again.
and hope for better luck.
Have you tried Cathay? I understand that Cathay only hire Hong Kong citizen. Correct me if I am wrong.
Cheer up!