The group is also surprised by a guest appearance from , who provides his usual brand of unfiltered commentary, telling Vinny he will "never mature" and sharing some surprisingly candid thoughts on divorce while talking with Angelina. The Review: A "Guido" Take on Romance Rating/Review Entertainment Value

" The Staten Island Notebook " is actually the title of of the reality series Jersey Shore Family Vacation .

(Based on IMDb user ratings). It’s a classic blend of the cast's travel antics and their long-standing "will-they-won't-they" (mostly won't) drama. MVP: Uncle Nino [S5E25] The Staten Island Notebook

The episode also deals with the aftermath of "Dren" (Snooki's alter-ego) and her "attack" on San Diego, keeping the energy high.

The episode centers on the roommates' trip to . The group attempts to play matchmaker for Vinny and Angelina by setting them up on a high-stakes, "romantic" gondola ride —which predictably leans more toward awkward comedy than genuine sparks. The group is also surprised by a guest

Despite the title's nod to the romantic drama The Notebook , this episode is less about sweeping romance and more about the chaotic family dynamics the "Guido" crew is known for.

Do you think were actually leaning into the romance during that gondola ride, or was it all for the cameras ? Jersey Shore - The Staten Island Notebook - IMDb It’s a classic blend of the cast's travel

The title is a tongue-in-cheek reference to Vinny and Angelina's Staten Island roots. The attempt to force them into a cinematic romance via a gondola is peak Jersey Shore —cringe-inducing but hilarious.