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GRAND HYATT GOA, INDIA
CHICAGO — (September 08, 2026) — Following the successful launch of its first-of-its-kind collaboration with the hit culinary competition series MasterChef Junior, from the globally recognized MasterChef franchise represented by Banijay Rights, the global distribution arm of media and entertainment group, Banijay Entertainment, Dreams® Resorts & Spas is introducing MasterChef Junior: Next Course, an exciting evolution of the family-focused culinary program available at select resorts throughout Mexico and the Caribbean.
Designed to inspire the next generation of chefs, MasterChef Junior: Next Course builds upon the immersive activities families have come to love, introducing new menu offerings, interactive culinary activities, and hands-on experiences created to spark creativity, encourage culinary exploration, and create meaningful family memories.
At the heart of the collaboration are the signature MasterChef Junior activations available at select Dreams® Resorts & Spas, including The Mystery Box Challenge where kids can put their creativity to the test, surprise poolside pop-ups, and exclusive menu offerings created by MasterChef Junior Season 9 winner Bryson McGlynn and finalist Remy Powell.
New offerings debuting as part of MasterChef Junior: Next Course include:
- An exclusive limited-edition menu created by Season 9 winner Bryson McGlynn, showcasing elevated comfort-food favorites inspired by his Southern roots
- A collection of globally inspired signature desserts developed by Season 9 finalist Remy Powell, highlighting flavors and techniques from Italian, French, Mexican and Asian cuisines
- Chef-inspired signature mocktails created by the junior chefs, including Bryson’s Berry Breeze and Remy’s Resort Refresher
- A new family cooking class, giving parents and children the opportunity to have fun together and pick up a new skill while preparing Bryson's Street Corn Dip recipe
- Interactive culinary programming that encourages children to explore new foods, flavors, and cultures
"The most memorable family vacations aren't defined by where you go, they're defined by the moments you share together,” said Hyatt Inclusive Collection’s Vice President of Global Brands, Ana Tomicevic. “MasterChef Junior: Next Course reimagines what family vacations can be by inviting children to step into the role of chef, discover new flavors, and actively participate in their vacation. Through this experience, we're transforming food into a catalyst for discovery and lifelong memories."
Unlike traditional family resort programming, MasterChef Junior: Next Course is designed to help children build confidence, explore creativity, and discover new tastes in an engaging, supportive environment. Whether participating in a Mystery Box Challenge, sampling exclusive menu items, or learning a new recipe alongside their parents, young guests are invited to encounter what it feels like to be a chef while on vacation.
As part of the Unlimited-Luxury® experience at participating Dreams® Resorts & Spas, MasterChef Junior programming is complimentary for guests and seamlessly integrated into the broader family getaway. Families can enjoy reservation-free gourmet dining, premium beverages, dedicated kids and teen clubs, endless activities, live entertainment, and immersive culinary offerings designed to inspire curiosity, connection, and adventure.
MasterChef Junior offerings are currently available at select Dreams® Resorts & Spas throughout Mexico and the Caribbean, with additional resorts continuing to roll out the refreshed MasterChef Junior: Next Course program throughout 2026. For more information, visit https://www.hyattinclusivecollection.com/en/special-offers/dreams-masterchef-junior/
Catch up on episodes of MasterChef Junior on Hulu.
The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of June 30, 2026, the Company's portfolio included more than 1,500 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 83 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, The Standard®, Dream® Hotels, The StandardX®, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, Bunkhouse® Hotels, and Me and All Hotels; the Inclusive Collection, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid® Hotels & Resorts, Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Sunscape® Resorts & Spas; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Unscripted by Hyatt, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios®, Hyatt Select, and UrCove. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar® DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
About Banijay Rights
Leading global distributor, Banijay Rights, represents a world-class, multi-genre portfolio of more than 225,000 hours of standout programming. Handling the distribution for media and entertainment group, Banijay Entertainment, the division specialises in the exploitation of premium scripted and non-scripted brands to broadcasters worldwide.
Representing quality, excellence and experience in the business of linear and non-linear television and ancillary activity across all platforms, Banijay Rights’ catalogue encompasses a host of top titles from Banijay Entertainment’s 130+ in-house labels, and a number of third-party producers, spanning drama, comedy, entertainment, factual, reality, family, formats and theatrical.
Delivering high-quality IP, which was born locally and travels globally, the distributor offers the best stories told the best way. Its landmark brands include Survivor, Big Brother, MasterChef, Peaky Blinders, Rogue Heroes, Marie Antoinette, Grantchester, Deal or No Deal, Home and Away, Mr Bean and Black Mirror.
Built on independence, creative freedom, entrepreneurialism and commercial acumen, Banijay Rights operates under the direction of Chief Executive Officer, Cathy Payne.
About Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection
The Inclusive Collection includes 11 distinct resort and hotel brands designed to celebrate every moment for every lifestyle and stage of life including Impression by Secrets, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, and Bahia Principe. The Inclusive Collection continuously raises the all-inclusive concept to a new level with award-winning properties that offer elevated accommodations, desirable locations, and thoughtful inclusions. For more information, visit the Inclusive Collection at www.hyattinclusivecollection.com. Images and press material on the Inclusive Collection are available at newsroom.hyatt.com.
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