Hi
trsqr,
Thank you for an interesting report!
An unexpected upgrade to business class from Y is one of those rare and beautiful things. Make sure you use the 'miles flown' wisely on any applicable frequent flyer program. I agree service can be a little surprising for people accustomed to western-style service but it sounds like you had an unexpectedly pleasant flight.
I have added this trip report into an index of Mid-East & African-based airline trip reports, in the
ME/Africa FFP forum thread, here.
There is a little discussion of some of the dry airlines here and some frequent visitors, so I hope you can visit some time.
Any other info on this airline, or answers to questions is appreciated.
From your FT name, are you based in Qatar?