Playa del Carmen - Mexico will host an official PGA Tour event for the first time in 2007.
The Mayakoba Classic will be played at the Greg Norman-designed El Camaleon course north of Playa del Carmen on February 22-25.
The tournament offers a purse of $3.5 million with a first prize of $630,000.
"The PGA Tour is very excited about making golf history in Mexico," commissioner Tim Finchem said in a statement.
"One of our goals is to expand the reach of golf and Mexico has demonstrated a growing passion for the sport.
"We are pleased to be able to showcase our players to Mexico and in turn showcase Mexico to the world."
For information or reservations at the Fairmont Mayakoba or other Riviera Maya hotel, visit the Mayan Holiday Reservations Center.
