The Only Way Is Essex - Season 18 -

The season kicks off with a group trip to Mallorca before returning to the familiar streets of Essex.

The season features a lavish party for Nelly’s second birthday and concludes with the gang celebrating Bobby Norris’s 30th birthday in style. Episode Guide Highlights Title / Major Event Key Highlights 1-2 The Only Way Is Mallorca The Only Way Is Essex - Season 18

Includes series veterans and then-newcomers like Megan McKenna , Pete Wicks , James "Arg" Argent , Lydia Bright , Chloe Sims , Bobby Norris , Dan Edgar , and Kate Wright . Key Storylines & Drama The season kicks off with a group trip

Gemma reveals a crush on Jon Clark; Jon clashes with Diags over his treatment of others. Season Finale Key Storylines & Drama Gemma reveals a crush

Jon finds himself at the center of multiple disputes, clashing with Kate, Diags, and eventually Chloe Sims.