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GRAND HYATT GOA, INDIA

Jan 14, 2025
Dreams Resorts & Spas Cooks Up New Programming with Hit Culinary Competition Series MasterChef Junior
New kid-centric programming poised to launch across Dreams Resorts & Spas properties in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2025

CHICAGO (January 14, 2025) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) ) and Endemol Shine North America, a Banijay Americas company, producers of hit culinary competition series MasterChef Junior on FOX announced today a first-of-its-kind collaboration introducing dynamic culinary programming inspired by the beloved series at participating family-friendly Dreams Resorts & Spas, part of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection. Together, the brands will introduce families to a new level of adventure, offering interactive gastronomic experiences that make the all-inclusive experience even more delicious, sparking creativity and exploration for younger guests.

For a limited time, and designed to target younger guests ages 6-12, the MasterChef Junior collaboration will include:

            Exclusive Explorer’s Club programming

Younger guests enrolled in the Dreams Explorer’s Club will be put to the test with show-themed activities, including Mystery Box Challenges where they will compete against their peers using a box filled with secret ingredients to create a themed dish within a limited time. The challenges are meant to encourage experimentation, potentially inspiring a future generation of chefs in the hospitality space.

Surprise & Delight Pop-Up Activations

From MasterChef Junior appearances to exclusive pool parties and captivating evening entertainment, guests will embark on a culinary journey filled with surprise and delight. These activities immerse travelers in the gastronomic experiences they crave, all part of the all-inclusive experience. 

For-Kids-by-Kids Menu

Designed by MasterChef Junior Season 9 Winner Bryson McGlynn and Season 8 semifinalist Ivy Childs, the for-kids-by-kids menu introduces younger guests to new foods and flavor profiles and is intended to inspire children to step outside their comfort zone while enabling parents to implement a new variety of foods into daily life, returning home with more than just cherished memories.

“Hyatt continues to lead the all-inclusive category by delivering meaningful experiences for guests of all ages,” said Ana Tomicevic, Vice President, Global Brands, Inclusive Collection, Hyatt. “The introduction of MasterChef Junior programming at participating Dreams Resorts & Spas branded properties underscores our dedication to crafting unforgettable memories for guests and World of Hyatt members. With travelers seeking experiential travel with a compelling food and beverage focus, this collaboration meets guests where they are while making a lasting impact on the next generation of foodies.”

A globally recognized brand with an unmatched following, MasterChef Junior’s influence extends worldwide, making the franchise a perfect collaborator for Dreams Resorts & Spas, the growing family-friendly resort brand. Select properties will offer the brand’s signature Unlimited-Luxury® inclusions, including gourmet a la carte dining and unlimited top-shelf spirits, dedicated programs for kids at the Explorer’s Club and Core Zone Teens Club, and luxurious accommodations in picturesque destinations.

"MasterChef Junior has always been about inspiring young chefs to explore the kitchen with creativity and confidence," says Christopher Lucero, Executive Director, Licensing, Endemol Shine North America. "Working with Dreams Resorts & Spas allows us to bring this same spirit of discovery and fun to families on vacation, where kids can learn hands-on skills, try exciting flavors, and make memories in unforgettable locations. We’re thrilled to expand our mission of culinary empowerment in a setting that’s all about relaxation, adventure and family bonding."

To learn more about the Dreams Resorts & Spas MasterChef Junior culinary adventure or to book a reservation at a participating resort, visit DreamsResorts.com or follow along via social media at @dreamsresorts or # MasterChefJunioratDreams.

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

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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 September 30, 2024, the Company's portfolio included more than 1,350 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 79 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Timeless Collection, including Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, and UrCove; the Boundless Collection, including Miraval®, Alila®, Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, Dream® Hotels, Hyatt Centric®, and Caption by Hyatt®; the Independent Collection, including The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®, Destination by Hyatt®, and JdV by Hyatt®; and the Inclusive Collection, 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®, and Sunscape® Resorts & Spas. 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 Endemol Shine North America

Endemol Shine North America delivers world-class content and compelling storytelling to multiple platforms in the U.S. and across the globe. A division of Banijay Americas, home to some of the biggest brands in television in the United States and Latin America, Endemol Shine North America is behind hit series Deal or No Deal Island (NBC), LEGO Masters (FOX), MasterChef (FOX), MasterChef Junior (FOX), Ripley (Netflix), The Summit (FOX) and Wipeout (TBS), along with the upcoming drama Como Agua Para Chocolate (Max) and a reimagined Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (ABC).

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Amy Zocchi
Hyatt
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Jaycee Medina
Endemol Shine
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