Half Moon Bay

#holidayitinerary Half Moon Bay is a quiet, picturesque escape from city life. I visited during the annual pumpkin festival, when the town was alive with color and music. The beaches here are rugged and beautiful — I walked along the Coastal Trail with waves crashing dramatically against the cliffs. In the morning, I explored tide pools teeming with starfish and anemones. The local cafés served some of the best clam chowder I’ve had. Whether it’s for surfing, hiking, or simply watching the fog roll in, Half Moon Bay has a calm, grounding presence that’s hard to leave behind.