Thank you ExDubai for being constructive. However, I have to correct you. Regional to major is NOT based on seinority, therefore a pilot junior to me can/will get a job at a major if they have the time and experience.
Also, I can break the bond and pay some money, NBD, I don't spend money freely and I would be able to save quite a bit over 2 years or so.
That being said, I don't want to be labeled a "traitor" by the recruitment guys back in the states.