Captain Sandy Yawn is back for Below Deck Mediterranean season 8. After a thrilling season in Below Deck Med season 7, and after stepping in for Captain Lee in Below Deck season 10, Sandy is about to set sail on the beautiful Italian Riviera in a brand new vessel, the Motor Yacht Mustique.
While every captain hopes for smooth sailing, Sandy is in for rough waters before the boat even leaves port after via issues sideline a couple crew members and puts the new crew in unchartered waters ahead of the very first charter.
Here's what we know about Below Deck Mediterranean season 8.
Next episode of Below Deck Mediterranean season 8
The next new episode of Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 airs Monday, January 22, at 9 pm ET/PT.
Here's the episode information for the season finale:
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 16: "Guess Who's Coming for Dinnner?"
"On the season finale, the chief stew entrusts two crew members with the task of organizing an epic foam party for the guests. However, when the guests finally arrive, the party falls short of expectations. The bosun lands himself in hot water when he’s caught texting again. The crew’s final night out takes a shocking turn, leaving the bosun to make a difficult decision."
We don't have a release date for UK viewers yet but once that information is available we'll add it for you right here.
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode guide
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 1: "The Italian Job"
"Capt. Sandy embarks on a new charter season on the beautiful waters of the Italian Riviera; two of her stews have unprecedented issues getting to the yacht; the deck team faces unforeseen obstacles; Capt. Sandy has to make a difficult decision."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 2: "Two Many Cooks"
"A deckhand steps up after a surprise incident; the crew is challenged by seasick guests, which leads to an impromptu excursion to Portofino; Natalya attempts to keep the interior team afloat before she meets her new chief stew for the first time."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 3: "We've Only Just Begun"
"Tumi and Natalya grapple with differences in management styles. Steward Kyle and a new deckhand join the crew on board. While stuck at the dock with unhappy guests, the interior team scrambles to keep everyone happy. Tumi and Chef Jack have trouble with communication."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 4: "Take it to the Bridge"
"A stew is torn between their open relationship and a growing onboard flirtation; the deck team's communication is strained during a rough docking; the rivalry amongst stews spills into the workplace, and Capt. Sandy is forced to intervene."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 5: "Max Tension"
"A deckhand’s questionable work ethic gets on the rest of the team’s nerves, while the Bosun struggles to motivate them. Two stews hope to bury the hatchet for the sake of crew morale. Past charter guests arrive with a new baby and a lot of energy, keeping the crew on their toes. Things get heated between two deckhands during an anchor pull, resulting in Capt. Sandy wanting to intervene. "
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 6: "Pirate's Booty Call"
"The whole crew is involved in an elaborate pirate-themed day for the charter guests. The Bosun’s cool-under-pressure vibe is challenged during a very tight docking. The Chief Stew and Chef hit their stride as a team while a stew starts to redefine their friendships within the department. The Bosun and a stew finally kiss, challenging the stew’s feelings about their open relationship."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 7: "Tightly Unwound"
"Some of the crew take notice of a group of attractive young women chartering the yacht. A miscommunication between the chief stewardess and the interior department leaves them uncertain. Capt. Sandy has an accident that could impact the rest of the charter season."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 8: "Who Needs Frenemies"
"The bosun causes confusion when he shifts his romantic focus. The chef gives into temptation. The charter guests continue the festivities with the crew after the charter ends. An argument between the crew could be the one that ends friendships."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 9: "Ciao for Now"
"The crew’s day off at a beach resort is fraught with tension and division, lingering from the previous night’s kerfuffle. The bosun’s new romance ignites. A crew member confesses their frustrations and puts Capt. Sandy in a difficult position."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 10: "Dirty Laundry"
"A new crew member may lack some necessary skills; Capt. Sandy gives it her all trying to persuade a deckhand to stay on the boat; in scenic Portofino, the deckhands face their most challenging docking yet; a stew thinks the chef is out to get them."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 11: "Safety Dance"
"Tensions rise as the chef and a crew member clash, dividing the interior team. Romance blossoms, bringing two yachties closer together. The chief stew’s frustration grows as her new team member struggles with the workload. Capt. Sandy loses her patience with the bosun after his actions cause a safety issue."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 12: "Sink or Swim"
"Capt. Sandy has a difficult conversation with the primary charter guest after someone in their group becomes unruly; the bosun's interior love interest develops feelings for him; the chief stew's problems with a crew member reach a boiling point."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 13: "High Steaks"
"A returning guest seeks redemption on a charter, but the crew struggles with two members down. With their job hanging in the balance, a stew tries to find their footing to save their position. A crew member’s complaint about the crew food lands them in hot water with Capt. Sandy."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 14: "Caught Red Handed"
"The bosun's texting with a familiar chief stew turns into a damage control crisis; the chef faces a culinary challenge with a blindfolded dinner; Illness strikes the lead deckhand."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 episode 15: "Curb Your Stewsiasm"
"Due to inclement weather coming in, the final charter of the season risks remaining docked; the chief stew and bosun work tirelessly to organize activities for the guests, relying heavily on the assistance of the fourth stew."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 plot
Here's what you need to know about Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 with the official synopsis from Bravo:
"Set amidst the mesmerizing Italian Riviera and the historic façade of Genoa, Italy, it's all hands on deck this season for Capt. Sandy and her team. From outrageous guests to after-hours antics, the boat gets rocked throughout each charter as the crew navigates complicated dynamics and unexpected rifts. In a franchise first, unprecedented staffing changes dominate the season, which tests each department as they struggle to find their sea legs through unforeseen turnover.
"Sandy levels up this season with the 180-foot M/Y Mustique, which challenges her deck crew as they attempt to navigate the busy industrial port with utmost precision. Before they even leave the dock, visa issues tie up two crew members while a department head mismanages important paperwork. Sandy leans on temporary help for the first charter and an unexpected shake-up results in a change of hierarchy. On deck, the crew is overwhelmed by their workload on the oversized vessel as the interior deals with a clash of personalities. Chef Jack wows the guests with his impressive take on local Italian fare, but things start to sour when communication goes south.
"Between 'friends with benefits' and open relationships, there’s no shortage of boat-mances and boat break-ups. When disagreements impact productivity and former friendships start to implode, Sandy is faced with a wave of difficult decisions."
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 cast
Captain Sandy is back for another season of Below Deck Mediterranean. With 33 years of experience in the yachting industry and more than seven seasons of experience within the Below Deck franchise, she's ready to take on the Italian Riviera.
Joining Captain Sandy is a crew of newcomers including:
- Chef Jack Luby
- Chief Stew Tumi Mhlongo
- Stew Kyle Viljoen
- Stew Natalya Scudder
- Stew Jessika Asai
- Bosun Ruan Irving
- Lead Deckhand Luka Brunton
- Deckhand Lara Du Preez
- Deckhand Haleigh Gorman
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 trailer
Watch the spicy sneak peek of Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 below:
How to watch Below Deck Mediterranean season 8
Below Deck Mediterranean season 8 airs on Bravo, with new episodes airing the next day on Peacock.
If you have cut the cord to traditional cable/satellite television, Bravo is available on live TV streaming services such as Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Sling TV and YouTube TV.
UK fans can tune into previous seasons of the franchise on Hayu, and once we have a release date for season 8 in the UK we’ll add it here.
