Thinking of using 20k points for a MIA-to ABQ in a roomette. Which routing is better scenery wise, the longer way via NYC and using the LSL or switching at WAS and taking Cap Lim??

Is there any other routing from MIA towards west coast that anyone recommends (using 20k roomette award) instead of the above??

Also, was going to continue from ABQ to LAX in a PAID coach seat- would I be able to check my bags in MIA all the way to LAX, even though I would have two different tickets (one points & one paid)??

THX!!