Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7: A Disappointing Voyage

The Anticipation and Letdown of Season 7

The end of Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 left many fans feeling disappointed and underwhelmed, with some expressing their dissatisfaction on Reddit. The season failed to meet the expectations of many viewers, who found the cast unlikable and the storylines lacking in interest. Even the presence of Captain Sandy Yawn, who is usually well-received, was not enough to salvage the season from sinking. As the new cast of Below Deck Med season 8 prepares to embark, it's an opportune time to revisit the shortcomings of the previous season.

Below Deck Mediterranean Season 8 cast with Captain Sandy in the front

Season 7 of Below Deck Med continued to deliver high drama and extravagant yachting adventures as Captain Sandy Yawn, Chief Stewardess Malia White, and their ever-changing crew navigated the world of charter yachting in the Greek islands. Despite the abundance of hookups, breakups, and drama, the season fell short of captivating seasoned fans.

Kyle Viljoen From Below Deck Med giving a strange expression

Why Fans Slammed Below Deck Med Season 7

In a Reddit discussion following the finale of Below Deck Med season 7, fans expressed their readiness for the season to conclude, rather than desiring more from the cast. One user described it as a 'meh' season overall, while another labeled it as 'truly horrendous.' The dissatisfaction was evident in comparisons to previous seasons, particularly in the absence of beloved cast members such as Ben Robinson and Hannah Ferrier, who were known for bringing drama and entertainment to the show.

The lackluster reception of the season was also attributed to the disappointing cast, with chief stew Natasha Webb, stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen, and the rest of the crew failing to leave a positive impression. Fans lamented the absence of personal drama and entertaining relationships that had been a hallmark of previous seasons, as the interactions among the cast members in season 7 failed to resonate with the audience.

The Unmemorable and Unappealing Cast of Below Deck Med Season 7

The interior crew, led by chief stew Natasha Webb and stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen, failed to impress viewers. While familiar faces like deckhand Mzi Dempers were appreciated, the rest of the exterior crew did little to leave a lasting impression. The lack of memorable interactions and relationships among the crew members contributed to the season's overall disappointment.

Furthermore, the relationships and dynamics among the crew members failed to capture the attention of fans, as Natasha's toxic relationship with chef Dave White and her boyfriend back home, as well as Natalya's connection with Storm Smith, did not align with the expectations of the audience. The high hopes from the season's trailer, featuring crew members on motoryacht Home, were overshadowed by the unfulfilled potential and lackluster performances of the cast members.