Love Boat Sails in Washington, DC

The cruise liner Odyssey waits patiently on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, DC. Outside, a throng of single Indian-Americans is eager to get on-board for a romantic experience that could change their lives.

Organizer Anjali Giri says the cruise is a new twist on speed dating. "We’ve done mostly in restaurants in the past or hotels or banquet halls but in this case we decided the atmosphere of a cruise is just really really romantic."

For $100, participants will be introduced to a number of young singles plus enjoy food and entertainment. Just before sunset, the Odyssey sets sail, packed with young, single Indian Americans.

Nehal Patel sees an advantage to holding a singles event on a ship. "Well you can't leave – so that's awesome, so no one can escape out of here, no one can jump off and stop." Indian singles' cruises are a new concept for the Indian community in the United States but their popularity is catching on. For these young adults, it is a great way to find love with someone who shares their heritage.

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