Back on board Parsifal III in Sardinia, Italy, with his heads of departments returning for another season, Capt. Glenn is poised for his smoothest sail yet… until he isn't. Daisy comes back with a clear goal, ready to prove to everyone she knows what she's doing as a chief stew. Newly single for the first time in years, Chief Engineer Colin is determined to avoid a boat romance. With a new junior crew on board joining the HODs, a charter starting in 24 hours and an engine that surprisingly won't start, everyone is wondering: Where is Gary? And will Parsifal III ever be able to leave the dock?

Capt. Glenn finally wakes up to some good news: His first mate is finally joining the crew, helping to relieve some stress before the anticipated sea trial. With a rough first charter to start the season, the crew is crossing its fingers the engine fixes can get them off the dock. For the first time in Below Deck history, the entire crew is invited to join the guests for dinner, and Chef Ileisha has to change her menu last minute. Gary's return means he has a lot of catching up to do in the romance department as he attempts to get to know the ladies on board.