Definitely let us know on the durian.
I actually struck gold on a business trip to San Antonio once, finding fresh durian at a market. It was really good and, yes, very expensive.
Bangkok Market in Nashville also occasionally imports fresh durian and stores them in styrofoam to stifle the aroma. The one time i was there when they had them, i was concerned they were overripe (I am no expert but just a gut feeling).
I've found some great frozen seedless arils at another market, $14 for a pound, and will probably stick to that until further notice.