I like "The Price" less than this episode, but I generally agree that it's not exactly high-ranking either. At least we got to see what life aboard a small relay station might be like (it would suck). I only watch Aquiel when I'm selecting episodes down the line of order and just happen to come across it. Tolerable, but not one I consciously reach for.
And of course, Geordi just happened to know a few words of Haliian to impress her.