Author: Nick Wharton / Source: Wise Bread
We all crave a little luxury when we travel, and flying first class is a great way to turn what could be a draining journey into a pleasurable experience. Comfortable lounges, space to move around and stretch your legs, and free-flowing champagne can certainly make your travels more enjoyable.
Occasionally, airlines offer incredible deals that make first class seats nearly as affordable as economy. But most of the time, first class seats are extremely costly, and beyond what most of us could ever afford for a plane ticket. Unless you win the lottery, or score a massive inheritance, a private apartment on a flight overseas is not a wise purchase to make. But we can all dream, can’t we? Besides, it’s always fascinating to see how the other half lives (or the 1 percent, rather), and the level of luxury you could be surrounded in. (See also: 4 Airlines With the Cheapest First Class Seats)
To get an idea of just how luxurious first class can be, we turned to the annual World Airline Awards, which hands out accolades each year to airlines ranked favorites by passengers. The following three airlines were voted the overall best for 2017, and set the standard for first class comfort.
Etihad Airways
Since being established in 2003 in Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways has won numerous awards for its service, and it’s been consistently recognized as having excellent first class perks. In the 2017 World Airline Awards, it took first place overall. Booking first class in Etihad doesn’t just get you a seat, but a whole room.
For instance, the First Suite product, available on the airline’s B787 planes, walls you off into a room with a leather seat that can be transformed into a fully flat bed. Each suite also contains a personal wardrobe and your own refreshments cabinet.Etihad’s First Apartment option, available on its A380 planes, goes even further. The 39…
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