Spicy Friday: Hotel Room Romance, Part 2

What do you do when it's not your romantic get-away?

You have just settled into that sweet spot in your hotel bed, when from the room next door you hear a pair of rambunctious lovers, who are going on as though no one else is around.  You've got to get to sleep; you have an early flight in the morning.  As you toss and turn, you start counting sheep; all you gain is the knowledge that it doesn't work.   You even try reciting a forgotten childhood bedtime prayer, but that doesn't do the trick either.  What can you do?

According to a recent article in Hitched Magazine, by Dr. Trina Read, who holds a doctorate in human sexuality, "you can roll up a wad of toilet paper and stick it in your ears.  Or, even better, start having loud sex (even if you are by yourself) to drown out their noise..."

If neither of her suggestions suit you, here are a few that I recommend with an etiquette approach:

• turn the television on low to create another sound that you can focus on
• take a late night stroll
• take a long bath
• similar to Dr. Read's suggestions, lean against the wall and start reading from the hotel menu or the Gideon Bible; it might break their mood
• just go with it and reminisce about your past escapades
• call the front desk and report the lusty lovers
• with children; depending on their age, you may have to acknowledge, explain, and move on; talk about something silly that will take their attention away from the heavy breathing
• always carry along ear plugs (my personal favorite: QUIET, Please.)

Courtesy, consideration, and respect for others is a must when staying in hotels.  While you may be on a wild and romantic get-away, others may be preparing for an early meeting, in mourning, or perhaps have children that they will have to explain the lusty sounds coming from the room next door.  Be mindful of time and respect the privacy of others, especially when staying at a B&B.

Rosalinda Oropeza Randall is an etiquette consultant who owns Your Relationship Edge in which she teaches classes and presents workshops to a variety of audiences. She can be reached at rosalinda@yourrelationshipedge.com and her website is www.yourrelationshipedge.com. She can also be reached on Facebook.