Forgive me if my first post came across a little rude. I am not sure what Continental, or Uniteds policy is regarding Star Alliance Gold, and seating. I only know that Continental does offer perks to Star Alliance Gold, such as the free bags, preboarding, etc. I would assume, however, that these airline which are part of the Star Alliance, still will give priority, such as seating, to THEIR own frequent flyer elite memebers, AND THEN the Star Alliance Gold members, who are elite members of another airline's frequent flyer program. It just seems to make sense that you would give your own frequent travelers at least some priority, such as seating, considering they do the most direct business with your company, rather than someone who is elite with United, but happens to be flying Continental this time, or on a code share flight.
Do check into United's policy, because it would be interesting to see if United would assign premium seating, to say a Continental elite, but Continental will not do it for a United elite.
Again, I didn't mean my first post to come across as rude. I understand business travelers, especially those like yourself, who travel often, want a quicker exit from the aircraft, and more comfortable seating, etc.
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