During the golden age of piracy (1650 – 1730), buccaneers and later privateers terrorized the Caribbean while plundering Spanish colonies and ships. They favored the Yucatán Peninsula as a hideout haunt and to bury their treasures. Some people believe Isla Mujeres, meaning Women Island, was named because it was a favorite place to shelter their womenfolk between voyages. It is also where a statue of the Mayan goddess of love was discovered in 1517. If you want to live the legendary marauder experience, then salute the Jolly Roger as you walk up the gangplank at Xcaret Park in Cancun. The Captain Hook Pirate Ship will provide you with a swashbuckling good time on their sightseeing cruise.
