I dare say that given its christmass for most of the world, sims will be booked out or slow down due to sim instructors going on holidays. So they prob wont be setting dates over DEC/Jan as they will probably be full?? I am expecting Feb/March time.
I also imagine it will depend on your fleet assignment as well as accomodation and training slots.
Sounds like they are extremely busy.
However, If another carrier calls with a firm contract then it will be a tough choice!!..... come on QR!