The Bachelorette

S06:E09 - Episode 9

Romantic adventures await Ali and the final three bachelors -- Chris L., Frank and Roberto -- in the tropical heaven of Tahiti and the possibility of intimate overnight dates. There's electricity and passion in the air during these wonderful sand-and-surf excursions, as Ali continues to explore what her future would be like with each of these potential partners and is given the option of extending an invitation to each bachelor to spend the night in a "fantasy suite." However, while Chris and Roberto head to the South Pacific, Frank stays behind in Chicago to make some major life decisions -- decisions that could have a serious effect on Ali's journey to find love. Ali kicks off her Tahitian escape with a spectacular helicopter tour over Le Taha'a with Roberto. They land in the middle of a heart-shaped island where they spend an intimate day swimming in the crystal blue water. Sparks fly as the couple share a romantic dinner, but will Ali learn if there's something more behind this bachelor's passionate kisses than just plain chemistry?The next day Ali surprises Chris L. with a boat ride on a luxurious 75-foot catamaran. This relationship grew out of friendship, but their steamy connection on the yacht proves there is romance in the air. After the boat docks offshore of a private island, the couple dive, hunt for pearls and swim ashore, and are treated to a gorgeous Tahitian sunset. That evening, during a private dinner on the island, Chris continues to open up to Ali, but will she offer him the fantasy suite card, giving him an opportunity to share precious private time that could take their relationship to the next level?The following day, Ali eagerly awaits her final exotic date -- a day of sailing in paradise -- with Frank. But Frank has other things on his mind. Shortly after Ali arrives at his hut, Frank delivers some shocking news that leaves Ali reeling.Ali has experienced a different path to love with each of these men, but now she's more confused than she ever expected to be. After an emotional deliberation, she moves forward. She and the final two men toast to their final destination of Bora Bora where the bachelors will meet her family. Is there a fairytale ending in Ali's future?At the start of the episode, Ali's three remaining suitors are:Chris L., 33, a landscaper from Cape Cod, MassachusettsFrank, 31, a retail manager, from Geneva, IllinoisRoberto, 26, an insurance agent from Charleston, South Carolina