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 is determined to see the world with her own eyes. She was tired of learning about places through books or the biased American school system. She took off to Singapore for a study abroad program in 2012 and hasn’t looked back. Follow for travels to Cuba, Indonesia, Vietnam, and more to learn first-hand experience in countries that often have a distorted political reputation.

Scuba & Travel Content Creator

M.A. - Political Science, Environment & Natural Resources

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

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