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Picking the most impressive panoramas in the United States is no easy feat – from mountains to deserts, forests to streams, the country’s abundance of showstopping views could leave even the most jaded traveler in awe. This guide highlights nine of the finest vistas from coast to coast.

While having seats going unoccupied is a popular move with passengers, it runs contrary to the basic economics of running an airline. If a flight is operating, the airline wants it as full as possible. However, we live in an era when distance from others is prized. Consequently, some airlines have taken seats out of use – generally a middle seat rather than a whole row. Nevertheless, many airlines have not adopted this measure. At least some of those airlines that have may not operate with reduced capacity for too much longer. For instance, Southwest, which currently blocks middle seats, noted that “operating an airline with an artificial capacity restriction is unsustainable long-term.”