Singapore's first class was again named the world's best for 2024.James D. Morgan/Getty ImagesSingapore Airlines won the 2024 Skytrax award for the world's best first-class service. The airline's Airbus A380 planes sport a hotel-like suites that can convert into double rooms.The suite-equipped superjumbos only fly to a select number of cities, but not the US.Singapore Airlines is heralded as one of the most luxurious carriers in the world, earning loyalty for its nice cabins, attentive flight attendants, and reliable operation.It fought Doha-based competitor Qatar Airways for Skytrax's 2024 title of world's best airline, winning in 2023 but losing to Qatar this year.However, one Skytrax awards category Singapore has consistently won since 2018 is Best First Class for the hotel-like suites on its Airbus A380s.Although some travelers savvy enough with points may snag a seat, the exclusive cabin is widely booked by deep-pocket business and leisure passengers, as roundtrip tickets can cost up to $30,000.First launched in 2017, Singapore's A380 first-class suite is about as close as one can get to flying private on a commercial jetliner.Singapore's first-class travelers will still have to navigate check-in and airport security, but they have dedicated lanes and a lounge to look forward to.Vytautas Kielaitis/ShutterstockThe old first class featured 12 seats on the A380's upper deck, but the retrofit halved that.Six next-generation suites, providing up to 100 square feet of living space, are now available on each of its in-service superjumbos.The suites are accessible by a grand staircase at the front of the plane.Taylor Rains/Business InsiderThe staircase clearly demonstrates the exclusivity of the fancy suites, and passengers will be welcomed by dedicated crew members specially trained to work first class.Six mini hotel rooms are separated by tall walls, each with a full sliding door.Hallway with the suites.Taylor Rains/Business InsiderPrivacy is among the most requested amenities from customers for premium cabins.

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