I flew in a unique "Apex Suite" business class cabin that usually costs less than Qatar or Emirates but is still very comfortable. Courtesy of Angelo De Guzman I find Gulf Air's "Apex Suite" offers competitive business class comfort at a lower price point. The Boeing 787 provides aisle access and coziness despite the 2-2-2 layout. My Gulf Air fare from Bahrain to Bangkok was $2,044, much cheaper than Emirates or Qatar. Middle Eastern giants Emirates and Qatar Airways used to be my go-to airlin