Beyond resort pools and beaches, family travelers (especially little ones) crave immersive and learning experiences. One brand, Hyatt’s Dreams Resorts & Spas, leans into this shift with an expanded collaboration with MasterChef Junior.
Throughout 2026, select all-inclusive resorts across Mexico and Caribbean will feature MasterChef Junior: Next Course, bringing the excitement of the hit culinary competition to family vacations, from Mystery Box Challenges and surprise poolside pop-ups to exclusive menu offerings created by winners and finalists. The program aims to help children build confidence, explore creativity and discover new tastes in an encouraging environment.
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Season 9 winner Bryson McGlynn crafted a limited-edition menu showcasing elevated comfort-food favorites inspired by his Southern roots, while Season 9 finalist Remy Powell put together a series of signature desserts highlighting flavors and techniques from Italian, French, Mexican and Asian cuisines.
Families can also find chef-inspired signature mocktails created by the junior chefs, including Bryson’s Berry Breeze and Remy’s Resort Refresher.
Competitive families won’t want to miss the new cooking class experience, giving both parents and kids the chance to have fun together and pick a new skill while preparing Bryson’s Street Corn Dip recipe.
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The MasterChef Junior programming, part of the Unlimited-Luxury experience at participating Dreams Resorts & Spas, is complimentary for guests. The program is currently available at select Dreams Resorts & Spas:
- Dreams Natura Resort & Soa
- Dreams Estrella del Mar Mazatlán Golf & Spa Resort
- Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa
- Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana
- Dreams Curaçao Resort, Spa & Casino
- Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort
- Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa
- Dreams Cap Cana Resort & Spa
- Dreams Aventuras Riviera Maya
- Dreams Sapphire Resort & Spa
The program will soon come to Dreams Dominicus La Romana, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa, Dreams Jade Resort & Spa, Dreams Sands Resort & Spa, and Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa.
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