If you are heading out to the ME one decision to make is DEC at QR versus RHS at EK (assuming you don't meet EK DEC criteria).
Initially the DEC route at QR seems better but if you plan to stay in the Middle East for a longish time i.e. 5 years + then RHS EK may be a better option. It is generally accepted that the lifestyle in DXB, socially (things to do,places to go etc), domestically (better villa allowance, more school choice, better shopping for wifey) professionally (more fleet choice and route choice) and financially (better T's and C's, allowances) can be considered better.
Therefore, a 2-3yr period back in the RHS learning the routes/airline etc then many years as CPT on either A380 or B777 should perhaps be seriously considered.
