In the , titled "Cruise," Nick and Jess find themselves in a bind after booking a non-refundable "Grand Romance" cruise package before their recent breakup. Rather than let the tickets go to waste, they decide to bring the entire loft gang along for support. The Main Plot: Nick & Jess's "Romance"
: 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. New Girl - Season 3Eps23
: Because they are on a "Grand Romance" package, they are constantly bombarded with romantic gestures like heart-shaped towels and intimate photoshoots.
‘New Girl’ Season 3 Finale Recap: “Cruise” - Flavorwire In the , titled "Cruise," Nick and Jess
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.
: 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 The Twist Ending : After failing to keep
: Winston is determined to mend the group's friendship. He eventually orchestrates a "friend-tervention" by locking everyone in a room to force them to talk.