I Love Eva Air!
Written: Mar 12 '04
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Pros: Friendly flight attendants; noodle bowl at request!
Cons: Umm, none really....the bright green uniforms?
The Bottom Line: If you can afford it, fly it.
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| ncasian's Full Review: EVA Air |
Since my sister and her family live in Taiwan, I've done quite a bit of traveling to Taiwan in my life. I've flown Eva Air 99% of the time, except twice when I had to pay for my own ticket (I flew Northwest). Eva Air is truly a privilege to ride. The planes are clean and the stewardesses are nice. And don't get me started on the food! The "standard" Asian meals are yummy, even to a Chinese person like myself. One thing that always amuses me is you can ask for pao mien (instant noodle bowl) at any time and they'll serve it to you. Flights to Taiwan take 16-18 hours total, and it's not uncommon for people to get up and pace the aisles. I have noticed that other airlines make a fuss regarding passengers in the aisles. The earphones are free (what's with continental flights making us pay for them nowadays?!?). It is also very nice when the stewardesses bow at the end of the flight; just a small gesture of courtesy that is refreshing and pleasant to see. On most of the flights I've been on, people usually applaud.
Now, of course, planes are still downright uncomfortable things to be in. There's always not going to be enough leg room. I don't know whether we were just lucky or if my dad has some sort of secret, but several times we've requested and been given the seats at the wing. There, you have tons of leg space. As with most jumbo planes that fly international, the seating arrangement is 3-5-3, so some unfortunate person is going to be stuck in the middle and have to climb over tons of laps to get to the restroom.
Eva Airlines is quite expensive. Tickets to Taiwan typically cost $900+. If you plan to travel during December or June, that's when tickets will be most expensive, since students are returning to Taiwan or America. HOWEVER, there's always good deals to be had. Try to get a good travel agent; and if possible, an Asian agent. My family has gotten RT tickets for as low as mid-$600's. Although cost is a deterring factor, sometimes I think I am willing to pay more for the excellent service. Also, Eva Air flights are well timed, typically leaving JFK or Newark at midnight and arriving at Taipei in the morning of the following day (you lose on day due to time zone). That way, you end up sleeping naturally for most of the long flight. And, of course, if you can't sleep, you can always request the midnight noodle bowl snack!
Recommended:
Yes
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