freezerdoor....please try to get yourself a pair of these earplugs...i think they are under $20 this is the site but you can get the on amazon -- http://www.etymotic.com

I went to a restaurant saturday night - there were 20 people at the table behind us that were loud and obnoxious. I swear they were laughing singing it was rediculous --they should have been in a private room. Anyway, I walked in, took out my earplugs and it made a HUGE difference.

When do you leave for your trip?