Hello from Hood Canal!
ON PR is thrilled to announce a new client, Alderbrook Resort & Spa, an award-winning destination set on Washington’s scenic Hood Canal at the westernmost tip of Puget Sound. Two hours from Seattle, this spacious, open-air getaway checks all the boxes, for foodies and fun seekers alike. Did you know Washington’s Hood Canal is the only fjord in the lower 48? Here are a few more updates from the resort for consideration getaway planning:
Get Outside. Alderbrook offers an engaging lineup of guided and DIY events in the open air. Don’t miss a classic game of outdoor B-I-N-G-O set on the resort’s saltwater shores (Saturdays at 2 p.m.), join a naturalist-guided hike (Fridays at 2 p.m.), engage in a Self-Guided Beach I-Spy to learn where to look for crustaceans, sea life and birds, or grab a reservation at the saltwater pool. Happy hikers will find a DIY Trail Guide complete with sunrise and sunset times, as well as highlights from Alderbrook’s resident trail steward.
Summer Fun Awaits, or Plan Ahead for Fall. Families seeking solace and celebration after a challenging school year, parents seeking peace and quiet, or couples looking to reconnect – a variety of bookable experiences await. The Champagne Wishes & Canal Kisses ensures the table is set for reconnection, while the Woodland to Waterfront Package offers creativity and tasty treats for the whole household with rock painting and s’mores.
Whether it’s open-flame cooking, seaside slurping or trail to table delicacies, Alderbrook’s team of female chefs are always creating something special.
· In The Restaurant, indoor and outdoor seating afford water views and seafood aplenty appear on a “woodland to waterfront” inspired menu.
· Reconnecting with your tribe has a whole new meaning these days. The “Gathering Grove” offers a private nook in nature for open air cooking experiences with ingredients sourced from just beyond the trail. Chef Sarah Alter manages a team of experts coined “Hook & Fork” to create an open-air food and wine experience unlike any other. Ideal for groups of 10-65 guests.
· Union City Market, a two-mile drive or 30-minute boat ride, is a community gathering space with fresh fare, art, gifts and specialty grocery items within a working marina. It provides a rotating menu of seasonal offerings for a casual, waterside 'Appy Hour on Thursdays and Fridays and weekend brunch.
Open Safely for Fun and Relaxation. Whether it’s a spa treatment, or an adventure for the family, Alderbrook Resort & Spa is operating its amenities with the utmost precautions in mind. Reservations and distanced experiences for dining and swimming, guests enjoy the gift of space and open-air experiences.
Located approximately two hours west of Seattle, Alderbrook Resort & Spa is set on the serene shores of Puget Sound’s Hood Canal and framed by views of the famous Olympic National Park. What began in 1913 with a gathering of simple tents on the beach has grown into an 88-acre, year-round destination and northwest tradition for all generations. With 77 rooms and 16 cottages, all accommodations feature stunning Hood Canal area views and luxurious linens. Fit for rejuvenating retreats, stunning weddings or corporate events, experiences change with the seasons and range from hiking the resort’s five miles of private trails, paddling and boating the canal, combing a beach full of oysters and watchable wildlife, locally inspired spa experiences, a creative culinary team offering a range of adventures and more. Learn more and stay up to date on Facebook and Instagram, or learn about seasonal flora and fauna with notes from the resident trail steward at the Alderbrook blog. www.alderbrookresort.com