Get a hot (nearly boiling) pot of water, drop some Vicks Vapo-rub or some mint in there, set it on your lap (with a towel protecting you from the bottom of the pot) and drape a large towel over you and the water.
Breathe deep, drink hot honey water, and spring the $3.00 for some throat spray.
Or, if you're old enough, alcohol with
always help you sleep -- and it could kill infection within your throat.