Ep 10. Steamy Vibes

As the charter season continues to heat up, tensions rise on the latest episode of Below Deck season 8, titled "Steamy Vibes". The episode kicks off with the crew preparing for a beach picnic for the charter guests but things quickly take a turn for the worse as the weather decides to put a damper on the party.

As the rain pours down on the beach, the crew scrambles to salvage the situation, with Chef Rachel coming through with her exceptional culinary skills to whip up some delicious meals for the wet and cold guests. But even with the food and drink flowing, the mood is still low and tensions among the crew continue to simmer.

Things take a turn for the better, however, as the guests decide to make the most of the day by embracing the steamy nature of the rain-drenched beach. The crew watches on in disbelief as the guests start to shed their clothes and indulge in some steamy hot tub action.

But while the guests are enjoying their raunchy beach experience, the crew is struggling with some internal drama of their own. Stews Elizabeth and Ashling continue to butt heads over their different work styles, while bosun Eddie struggles to keep his team in line.

Meanwhile, deckhand James is beginning to feel the pressure of his responsibilities as a shoulder injury threatens to put him out of commission and Chef Rachel navigates a tricky situation when the guests request a meal featuring some of their own catch.

With tensions running high both inside and outside the boat, the crew must band together to keep the charter season running smoothly. But as the episode draws to a close, it's clear that the drama is only just starting to heat up.

Overall, "Steamy Vibes" delivers on the usual Below Deck mix of drama, humor, and over-the-top charter guest behavior. With tensions running high and the crew struggling to keep up with the demands of the charter, this episode serves as a reminder that nothing is ever easy on the high seas.