destination X : hidden gems near San Francisco {Half Moon Bay}

So, I just returned from my SSA (sassy saturday adventure) for this week.
I usually like to splurge my time almost every saturday to explore my surroundings.
This week's destination: {HALF MOON BAY}

this week, my best friend emma tagged along because she was feelin a beach trip. 

If you live near San Francisco and never been to Half Moon Bay, WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN DOING WITH YOU LIFE?  *chuckles* just kidding.

but seriously.

It's one of the most amazing, cute, cozy, old little towns that I've ever been to.
The whole town is surrounded by beaches and piers. And that of course means that there are some delicious sea creatures that inhabit this town.

My personal favorite would be {Barbara's Fish Trap}.
It's one of the most popular tourist destinations in Half Moon Bay and it's almost always crowded. The interior is so dainty and appropriately decorated with sea related items.

The fish and chips& the clam chowder is scrumptious. try it.

Right next to Barbara's fish trap is the {Johnson Pier}.
All of the boats are lined up in this tiny pier, and some of them even sell some fresh crabs on their boat.
On a beautiful sunny day, the turquoise waters shimmers like no other.

The pier on a terrible day like today:(

For the best part of Half Moon Bay: The Beach

There are so many different beaches in this tiny town.
Today we went to the Venice State Beach @ half moon bay.
There was no one there because it was a miserable day, but we stuck around because yolo.

*there's a beach right next to the Johnson Pier where a lot of people seem to surf at. I haven't tried surfing there but it seems like a good place for beginners.

After all of this, if you're feel like having some fancy dessert, I recommend the Ritz-Carlton @ Half Moon Bay. It's only about ten minutes away from all of these locations and they have some divine desserts and drinks.
It is a bit of splurge, but after a long day it's a good way to end your trip + they have an amazing view of the ocean.

Also, if you went to stay in this beautiful town for a day or so, this would be a nice place to stay.

It was an amazing day, and I wanted to bring back a little bit of that amazing-ness to you.

Hope you guys enjoyed this.

Always with Love,

Kristina