Comments on: Airline Review: Eva Air

By: alexander jack

alexander jack — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:36:07 +0000

Got screwed for a $ 450.00 cancellation penalty.Watch your money when dealing with eva air

By: alexander jack

alexander jack — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:34:28 +0000

I just cancelled my filght from edmonton to bangkok because of a dispute about a seat,and what a pleasant surprise to learn that from a 1,370.00 ticket i have to pay a $ 450.00 penalty.So becarefull with eva air ,i learned a expensive lesson.

By: NomadicMatt

NomadicMatt — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:59:37 +0000

I’ve heard a lot of good things about WestJet!

By: unbjames

unbjames — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:19:18 +0000

If you’re ever flying within Canada (or from Canada to some points in the US) again Matt, consider WestJet … the flight attendants are friendly and funny, leather seats, seatback TV with 22+ channels … I have had great experiences every time I’ve flown with them (although the sample size is limited, people here in Canada swear by them over Scare Canada!)

By: AirTreks Nico

AirTreks Nico — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:05:05 +0000

I haven’t flown EVA but I have flown China Airlines, which is EVA’s sister airline (the Taiwanese airline) and fly a lot of the same routes. I was very much impressed with the service which, like you suggest, is so far above any US domestic carrier it’s a wonder we do any business at all.

China Airlines gets a bit of a bad rap for safety due to a couple incidents over the last decade, but I found the experience to be quite relaxing, and the chicken satay they served for dinner was nothing short of memorable. They allow stopovers in Taipei as well. I encourage everyone to check out Taiwan. It’s a wonderful country! http://news.airtreks.com/post/2010/02/destination-wednesday-taiwan/

By: Nikolae

Nikolae — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:08:28 +0000

I have visited Taiwan several times with EVA. However, I am pretty disappointed regarding EVA’s ticket price. I have recently found EVA often reduce their ticket price after one promotion finishes and another promotion starts. Therefore, if you book your flight tickets earlier with EVA, you lost out for sure. Because those people who book after you will pay lower price than you do. EVA pricing policy is unfair to customers. In the future, I am seeking to fly with other airlines. Also, EVA website is still in the Stone Age, no contact email and who is responsible.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:04:49 +0000

That is one helluva airline review. You should do more of these. I always love to hear and read about airlines that I have yet to flown. I love to see pictures of what they look like inside and more importantly what the food looks like. Good stuff!

By: Travel Over 30s

Travel Over 30s — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:49:53 +0000

Haven’t had the pleasure of Eva but even Air Asia (a budget operator) is nicer than some American flights I’ve taken in the past – and I get the impression that US carriers haven’t improved any. Not that I am against the Americans I don’t fly Australian or NZ airlines either if I have the choice of an Asian operator – its always a better deal!

By: malia

malia — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:11:11 +0000

I totally agree with your comment about asian airlines offering much better service than any of our domestic carriers. I recently flew JAL from tokyo-hawaii and we got cute little bags with slippers to wear around the cabin (in bright cheerful colors) even in economy class, and the food was great. I flew ANA between China and Japan and had a GREAT meal as well, and I’ve had good experiences on Thai Airways as well.

By: Anil

Anil — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:13:41 +0000

Never flown Eva, but you’re right – the Asian airlines have great service and perks like free food and drinks. The seats are usually wider too. It amazes me that the US airlines can’t figure out while they’re all losing business. Ryanair is also on it’s way to bankruptcy at this rate of charging for basically everything without much in return.