Strap on your party hat and break out the noisemakers, 2008 is almost upon us. Spirited searchers are on the look out for ways to send 2007 out with a bang. Queries on "new years eve party ideas" are up 235% as folks figure out a way to pop the cork with style.

If you're headed out to get your groove on, you won't be alone. Searches on "new years eve hotel parties" are soaring with folks making their way to the ballroom to boogie the night away.

We've also seen a marked increase in general party searches. Queries on "party city stores" (+241%), "party supplies" (+121%), and "party favors" (+95%) are making a racket in Buzz.

Hearty partiers are also busy looking for the hottest cities for festivities. Recent interest has centered on "new years eve las vegas," "new years eve chicago," and "new years eve new york." Wherever you decide to dispatch with 2007, make sure you send it off with style. Party on!