PIRATES - they're real

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Written By Thao Nguyen

Watching Pirates of the Caribbean 3 like a hundred times, is nothing compared to hearing about piracy stories from someone who's lived it. 

Today I met someone who speaks nearly 5 different languages, which includes English and Bahasa Bajo (the local sea gypsies language). He has so many shocking stories about Wakatobi's history, traditional beliefs, and locals who believe in animism. My jaw dropped several times listening to the his stories of piracy happening on this beautiful island only 10 years ago! 

Forget writing an international journal article, I rather write a short story book with stories of black magic, haunted scuba diving sites, and animism. 

Here's a 2018 article about piracy in Southeast Asia - http://www.thejakartapost.com/seasia/2018/01/11/pirate-attacks-at-two-decade-low.html

Thao Nguyen

Thao Nguyen is a travel writer and field-based storyteller exploring the intersections of conservation, politics of travel, and location freedom with her new RV.

Holding a Master’s degree in (1)Political Science and (2)Environment and Natural Resources, she examines how environmental policy and public lands shape not only landscapes, but also the communities connected to them.

Her work moves across America’s national parks, Southeast Asia’s coastal communities, and tropical underwater ecosystems, with a focus on sustainability, cultural connection, and the serendipitous encounters that define meaningful travel.

Fulbright Researcher - Indonesia 2018
Scuba Schools International (SSI) Certified Dive Master & Dive Guide

http://thaotalks.com
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