Wholeheartedly agree that I prefer the A380, particularly for its comfort, low noise and high stability. BUT, I'd always prefer to fly as directly as possible so I'd pick a direct-to-destination flight any day. And as far as multi-leg-journeys go, for the Asia-Europe route nothing is more infuriating than adding four hours in the air just to detour through Dubai. Granted, it's the smoothest transit experience I've had, but I'd rather save time and run through Schiphol if that is an option.