Mary Ann invites Michael on a cruise to Mexico in search of romance. Once on board they meet Burke who takes an immediate liking to Mary Ann. Mona, in a fit of despair, buys a one-way ticket to Reno. - Strong language, nudity, sex and drug use

On the Pacific Princess, Mary Ann sets about seducing Burke, aided by Michael. Back in San Fran, the cracks in DeDe and Beauchamp's relationship deepen when DeDe reveals the pedigree of her twins. - Strong language, nudity, sex and drug use

Michael explores Acapulco's nightlife, while Mary Ann and Burke get to know each other. Michael has a chance encounter with his ex, the dashing Jon Fielding, who is there at a gynaecologists' conference. - Strong language, nudity, sex and drug use

Anna Madrigal comes clean to all the tenants about her past. Michael experiences sudden paralysis in his legs and is rushed to hospital accompanied by Jon. And Beauchamp gets irritated with Mary Ann. - Strong language, nudity, sex and drug use

DeDe and D'orothea become a couple - the babies are due any day. Frannie adapts to life at the PINUS Society with apparent ease, while Mary Ann continues her investigation into Burke's past. - Strong language, nudity, sex and drug use