Business Insider: Business Insider

For most people, flying can be a huge hassle. But for the lucky few who can afford a first class ticket, the experience is something entirely different.

United Arab Emirates-based Etihad was recently crowned the world's leading first class airline by the World Travel Awards, but the eight other international airlines that were nominated for the title also have pretty cushy accommodations.

You'd be hard-pressed to find better service, better food, or more comfortable settings than in the first class cabins you're about to see.