Are pirates still roaming the seas?

Famous pirates from this period include Henry Morgan, William 'Captain' Kidd, 'Calico' Jack Rackham, Bartholomew Roberts and the fearsome Blackbeard (Edward Teach). Though this Golden Age came to an end in the 18th century, piracy still exists today in some parts of the world, especially the South China Seas.



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Indonesia's 17,500 islands and their surrounding waters now take the title as the world's most heavily pirated.

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Piracy warnings are also meted out in parts of the Red Sea and along both the eastern and northeastern coasts of Africa. But it's important to know this: Cruise lines have prepared for many challenging scenarios, and ships are well-equipped to handle situations when pirates attack cruise ships.

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Marine Pirates Deterrents: Non-Lethal Means of Protection More intricate non-lethal weapons include Anti-Piracy Curtains, Liquid Deterrent Systems, Secure Electric Fences, and Razor Wire Canisters. Various types of net boat traps can ensnare the propellers of pirates' boats and disable the skiffs.

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Tortuga, a tiny island off the northwest coast of Haiti, became one of the most notorious pirate settlements in the Caribbean when French and Spanish buccaneers set up shop in the mid-17th century. Serious pirate historians put the island high on their travel to-do lists.

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