Originally posted by Darren:
...I would take rows 1-3, with a preference towards rows 1 and 2, and I would take a window seat. Specifically 2a or 2k. You get more room, you are not right next to a complete stranger (I am not one to talk to people on a plane, though, except for the FAs which I talk to constantly), and you get to look out the window. You also get more space because of the curve of the aircraft and the fact that there is a little bit of plastic between you and the side of the plane...
I agree rows 1 and 2 have more privacy. But as I recall from my last trip, the overhead bins are shallower on rows 1 and 2. So if you have one of those carryons with wheels and want access to them inflight you might want to choose row 3. Although even this is not really such a big deal because the F/A's will stow the carryons for you in the closet during takeoff and landing.
Another advantage to row 2, you're as far away as possible from a potential snorer.
