After Winston locks them all in the suite for their intervention, the plan backfires when they realize they are actually trapped. The episode fast-forwards three days to show the gang disheveled, crazed, and finally being rescued by ship security.
: Schmidt attempts to woo Cece back with a series of failed romantic gestures, including a violinist who only plays when Schmidt says a specific phrase. He eventually realizes he just wants her to be happy.
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The season ends with them back at the loft, where Schmidt welcomes Nick back into their shared room with plans for .
: By the end of the episode, they have an honest conversation about their future. They decide they can be friends, but it will take time and space. The Gang's Antics After Winston locks them all in the suite
: Coach spends much of the trip terrified of being on a boat, eventually hiding and singing lullabies to himself. The Twist Ending
: After failing to keep things casual, they realize that staying "just friends" while living in the loft is harder than they thought. Nick even misreads the signals and tries to kiss Jess, leading to an awkward "yo" response. He eventually realizes he just wants her to be happy
: Because they are on a "Grand Romance" package, they are constantly bombarded with romantic gestures like heart-shaped towels and intimate photoshoots.