IM_photo/shutterstockAirline carriers have been getting a bad rap lately. But Singapore Airlines might just change your mindabout that.

For 22 years, this carrier has been namedthe best international airline in the world by Travel+Leisures Worlds Best Awards. Readers ranked the airlines based on categories such as cabin comfort, service, food, customer service, and value. (Singapore has the best airport in the world, too!) Its the only company to have held the No. 1 spot in any Worlds Best category for as long asthe competitionhas been in existence. And its easy tosee why!

Book a Premium Economy seat, and youll forget youre not riding the high life (pun intended) in first class. At 19.5 inches wide, the seats allow for some extra-comfy shoulder room, and built-in footrestscoupled with an eight-inch reclinermake you feelyoure practically at home. (Heres how to sleep well on an airplane.) And lets not forget the two USB ports, adjustable reading lamps, priority treatment from check-in to boarding, and neat amenitiessuch as a cocktail table, noise-cancelling headphones, and champagne. Since itsall included in the price, youwill essentially getafirst class treatment while traveling in coach.

Already amazed? Were just getting started. If you upgrade to first class, prepare for heaven on earth. The 35-inch-wide leather seats can transform into flat beds, and the new Boeing 777-300ER flights include mood lighting and curved privacy partitions, to boot.

Forget about those tasteless, mushy meals you have to choke down on other flights. Singapore Airlines uses a pressurized tasting room to ensure their meals taste just as good at an elevation of 30,000 feet as they would on the ground, in spite of the way cabin pressure changes can affect how you perceive taste, Travel+Leisure writes.

An international panel of eight renowned chefs preps in-flight meals that include steak, caviar, and two different champagnes for first and business class passengers. Youll even find regional favorites on the menu, such as Randys Donuts in Los Angeles and Blue Bell Ice Cream in Houston. Frozen meals, who?

Plus, theres so much to look forward to in the future. Singapore Airlines recent upgrade allowsbusiness classpassengers both a cradling and a lounging position.And its among the first to flythe worlds biggest passenger planes, whichincludeamenities such as onboard showers and even a lounge. Book us a ticket, stat!

If youre flying economy witha different airline, dont worry: Heres how to get some serious upgrades.

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