Same here..I agree with SOME of what the OP says. I wouldn't be opposed to the missions have a little more flavor. The trader runs he suggested sound kind of fun too. Or like Viziam said create some PvP missions. And I like Robaroo's mission ideas too. HOWEVER, the xp and rewards are fine "as is" I think.
I remember PotBS had missions like this too. They were fun with a group.