[Killian]

Make sure you get an auto siphon. That is the one piece I could not live without. As far as glass vs plastic, it is really just personal preference. I use better bottles for everything and have never had a problem. I use them because I tend to move my carboys quite a bit and I feel safer with plastic.
Another suggestion is check out homebrewtalk.com. Just about everything I know about brewing has come from there. Great people over there and a ton of knowledge.
Good luck and happy brewing.
Let me know if you need a taste tester! I'm always willing to help out.