Looking for some helpful nuggets on Continental as things currently stand. I know they're hiring like gangbusters and I hear upgrades are happening fast.

Other than that, looking for scoop on the lifestyle in general. I'd be trying to commute from South Texas and I assume I'd start flying something out of Newark and perhaps someday be home-based.

Any opinions on all topics would be great: commuting ups/downs, pay outlook, crash-pad lifestyle, typical new-hire schedule, various side-benefits, typical aircraft assignments, you name it...

BTW: Not looking to start a comparison-war between airlines here. That's a whole different topic that could go all night and drain 3 kegs. Just any and all opinions on Continental as things stand today. Thanks!