Check In With Carly: Alderbrook Resort & Spa – A Pacific Northwest Weekend Escape

 
Travel Content Creator Carly Henderson holkds a heart symbol with her hands in front of Alderbrook Resort in Union, Washington

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You need to add this to your Pacific Northwest bucket list! 🌲

I recently spent a weekend at Alderbrook Resort & Spa, a pet-friendly waterfront resort on the Hood Canal, just two hours from Seattle. From cozy rooms and a spa with a view to Northwest-inspired cuisine, it was the perfect weekend escape — and a beautiful setting for my Check In With Carly series, where I explore unforgettable destinations, starting with Washington and the PNW.

For this episode, I focused on capturing the resort’s serene atmosphere, unique amenities, and local experiences. We also highlighted nearby adventures, like a visit to Roam Wolfdog Sanctuary, and local dining at Hook and Fork. My goal with Check In With Carly is always to create content that’s visually stunning, informative, and aspirational, while staying authentic and engaging for my audience.

This project reflects the type of creative content I produce for travel, lifestyle, and tourism brands — from concept and scripting to filming, editing, and storytelling. If you’re a resort, destination, or brand interested in authentic content creation and influencer collaboration, Check In With Carly is designed to showcase your property or experience in a natural and compelling way.

If you’re interested in collaborating and being featured in a future episode of 'Check In with Carly' - reach out! CarlyFeatures@gmail.com

'Check In with Carly' - Everything You Need to Know!

I am elated to share my new series 'Check In with Carly' - where I share the best luxury hotels, spas, and unforgettable escapes with my audience.

 
 

Think of it like a travel series, jumping off from the Pacific Northwest.

I shot the first episode at Ananya Spa in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood, with the goal to relax, refresh, and melt off some stress.

 
 

If you’re interested in collaborating and being featured in a future episode of 'Check In with Carly' - reach out! CarlyFeatures@gmail.com

Come with me to Bumbershoot 2025!

You know I like taking you to fun Seattle events, so if you weren’t able to make it to Bumbershoot 2025, I’ve got you covered! 

Bumbershoot is a Seattle music and arts festival that’s been taking place over Labor Day Weekend since the early ‘70s. 

It’s at Seattle Center, which is fun to bop around! I always love this venue because there is so much shade and so many good spots to sit!

My BF and I attended Bumbershoot on Saturday this year! Not only was the music fun - I loved Indigo de Souza and Bright Eyes- but there was so much entertainment (aerial performers! skating!) and art to check out like the Vanishing Seattle exhibit. 

Fun fact: Bumbershoot means umbrella, but luckily there was no rain in sight! 

Follow me for more Seattle adventures! @carlyhenderson_