THE Only Way Is Essex will be returning for another series in the autumn.
And the ITV favourite will be celebrating 15 years on air with a very special trip to for the first time ever.
Last night series 35 came to an end, with the fate of some cast members hanging in the balance after a particularly emotional few months, featuring break ups and some irreparable damage amongst friendship groups.
Fans will pick up where they left off when the BAFTA winning show returns later this year.
The drama is set to unfold against the backdrop of golden beaches, secluded coves and turquoise waters as the crew navigate the trials and tribulations of their and rivalries.
Rebecca Kenny-Smith, Creative Director, Unscripted, Objective Entertainment said: “This is Towie’s first trip to Portugal and it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable getaway! 
“We’re anticipating lots of Towie antics in the Algarve and what better way to celebrate the milestone 15th anniversary. It’s fantastic to start the new series with a burst of sunshine and then we’re back in Essex for more drama.”;
Series 36 also marks a homecoming for Towie as it will return to and for its 15th
anniversary year, having initially debuted its first 12 series on ITV2. 
Viewers are concerned that is – as she cryptically commented last night: “@towie [cheers] to series 35! Over & outttt.”;
It comes after revealed how bosses are .
We told this week that execs are in talks with the reality favourite to appear in the villa this following her bitter split with her boyfriend and her stint on CBB.
Last night saw the gang celebrate Jordan’s 30th birthday with a Moulin Rouge themed party.
It was a chance for Junaid and Joe to tell their cast mates how they have felt about being ostracised from the group.
As Joe broke down in tears, Sophie told him: “From today that can change.”;
Elsewhere Saffron and Harry resolved their issues and Jordan and Sophie discussed their .
Dan Edgar asked Ella Rae Wise to be his girlfriend – but since filming ended the relationship is over.
