Episode
Below Deck: Blue Skies and UTIs
Overview
Rachel's antics continue to torment the crew, and Elizabeth finds herself in the doghouse. Sharing his soft and vulnerable side, Captain Lee opens up to Francesca about a personal tragedy. As Izzy's health continues to be a struggle, Eddie sends her off for medical care, but more crew members fall ill, and Francesca worries if they'll make it through the next charter.
Details
- Series
- Below Deck
- Season
- Season 8
- Episode
- Episode 12
- Air date
- 2021-01-18
- Runtime
- 42 min
Episode context
Blue Skies and UTIs is Episode 12 in Season 8 of Below Deck. It aired on 2021-01-18. The runtime is 42 min.
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Episode 11: Blood in the Water
Izzy must play musical bunks, leaving Francesca and Eddie to address professionalism on deck with Elizabeth and James. Meanwhile, Izzy’s condition worsens, and she’s put into quarantine. After a challenging charter, Captain Lee grants the crew a relaxing day off at a resort, only for them to be mortified by Rachel’s erratic actions.
Episode 13: James's Big Cannoli
James plays games at Elizabeth's expense, and Eddie presents Izzy with an interesting opportunity. The team rallies together for a beach cleanup, but warm and fuzzy feelings quickly diminish when Francesca finds out that subordinates slept in a guest cabin without permission.
More episodes from this season
Episode 10: Steamy Vibes
Elizabeth struggles to keep her budding relationship under wraps; James finds himself at the center of the rumor mill; Izzy feels sick; when a drunk charter guest crosses the line and defies Capt. Lee, the captain is forced to lay down the law.
Episode 14: Hide the Salami
Pushed to the brink, Francesca loses all trust in Elizabeth while Captain Lee shares an unfortunate bond with the charter guests. Rachel continues to grow frustrated with the interior over miscommunication, and Elizabeth’s high expectations for her 30th birthday fall short. Ashling decides to lie to the primary’s son, and the crew grows fearful of COVID-19 as it ramps up back home.
Episode 9: The Devil You Know
As the fallout from her impulsive decision lingers, Rachel attempts to regain Captain Lee’s trust, but her antics annoy Eddie. Meanwhile, a demotion within the interior department sparks controversy, and Francesca feels lonely. Bonds on board grow stronger than ever as a romance heats up between Elizabeth and James while Izzy opens up about her painful past.
Episode 15: Don't Cry for Me, Antigua
Ashling suffers the consequences of her white lie while Izzy’s promotion creates waves on deck and Rob makes his feelings abundantly clear. A condiment mishap fuels the contention between Francesca and Rachel as Elizabeth spends the charter focusing on James instead of her job.
Episode 8: No Way, Rosé!
A new face joins My Seanna as the repercussions of Rachel’s decision cause uncertainty for the charter. Elizabeth gets encouragement from her crew members, and Captain Lee steps in after Eddie is put into a precarious situation.
Episode 16: Premature Evacuation
Francesca finally comes to a decision regarding Elizabeth's future on deck. Rachel's feelings toward the interior take a toll on the crew. As Izzy and Rob's relationship takes a dark turn, James reveals a shocking betrayal.
Episode 7: Runaway Chef
Following Captain Lee and Shane’s conversation, the deck team must deal with the fallout. Rachel struggles with her long-distance relationship while James and Elizabeth’s attraction to each other becomes obvious. Tensions reach a new high after a critical mistake pushes Francesca to consider a stew replacement, and Rachel makes an impulsive decision, taking the whole crew by surprise.
Episode 17: Reunion
The yachties open up about all the crew shake-ups and drama that happened in the season; an unexpected accusation shocks some of the crew.
Episode 6: Just Another Day in Paradise
After a caviar mishap, the primary’s 50th birthday dinner teeters on the edge of disaster, and Rachel finds herself embroiled in interior drama. As Shane’s career hangs on by a thread, Francesca’s frustrations with Elizabeth build.
Episode 5: Champagne Wishes and Caviar Screams
Shane tries to redeem himself after getting caught sleeping on the job. Meanwhile, Ashling excels in her duties on deck as Elizabeth suffers the scrutiny of Francesca. In the galley, Rachel is excited to finally have refined guests on board, but things are not always as they seem.