WAAAAYYYYY better than noodles - THIS is the ultimate float:

http://www.wayfair.com/Poolmaster-Water-...oWIaRoC8J_w_wcB

Seriously, this float has 4 inflatable compartments that can be blown up with 2 or 3 breaths in each one. When deflated they weigh NOTHING and take up NO room, so they travel beautiful even in carry on. I never leave home without one if I'm going to be anywhere near water - and I'm known as the Imelda Marcos of water floats, so this is truly an endorsement.

It's not about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain.