Air date: 9/25/03

Romantic hookups continue to go astray in Barbados as Monica, Phoebe and Chandler overhear Ross kissing Charlie, while through the room's other wall they can eavesdrop on Joey and Rachel.

The One Where Ross Is Fine

Air date: 10/2/03

Rachel, Joey and Charlie spend an uncomfortable evening with Ross while Chandler commits an unpardonable act when he and Monica visit a couple who have adopted a cute boy. Phoebe is visited by Frank Jr., who can't cope with the triplets.

The One with Ross' Tan

Air date: 10/9/03

Rachel and Joey nervously anticipate their first real “night” together. Monica and Phoebe try to avoid an obnoxious old friend who puts on airs and a fake accent. Ross envies Monica's sprayed-on tan and enters the tanning booth, where two-toned disaster strikes.

The One with the Cake

Air date: 10/23/03

Rachel commits Monica to delay a long anticipated trip to Vermont. But complications ensure when an X-rated birthday cake arrives.

The One Where Rachel's Sister Baby-Sits

Air date: 10/30/03

Rachel convinces spoiled sister Amy to baby-sit Emma over Ross' protests. Phoebe unknowingly thwarts Mike's surprise for her. Joey scares Monica and Chandler with a recommendation letter on their behalf to a child adoption agency.

The One With Ross' Grant

Air date: 11/6/03

Ross interviews with a Noble Prize-winning scientist for a paleontology grant – but the doctor is Charlie's ex-boyfriend, who offers Ross the grant only if he breaks up with her. Phoebe sends Monica and Rachel screaming with her artistic creation of “Gladys”.