I flew long-haul in Gulf Air's 'Apex Suite' business class. I'll always book it over its better-known rivals.

Gulf Air's 'Apex Suite' business class on its Boeing 787 offers competitive comfort and aisle access at a lower price than Emirates and Qatar Airways. A recent flight from Dubai to Bangkok via Bahrain cost $2,044, significantly cheaper than comparable fares from its rivals, with positive feedback on privacy, seating layout, and the 'Falcon Gold Lounge' in Bahrain.