Family is a concept that can mean many things. Some of us are lucky enough to have a varied group of people that we include in our family, and some are of the four-legged variety. When you are looking for a good place to bring your dog, however, the options can be very limited. That is, unless you are planning to travel to Half Moon Bay, California, one of the most idyllic locales. Combining sun, surf, fine dining and the arts, a trip to Half Moon Bay is a joy for dog owners. Fortunately, the same can be said for the canines.
Dog-friendly activities abound in Half Moon Bay. You’re welcome to bring your pup on a Coastal Elegance Tours hike along the bay or to the lighthouse. And Half Moon Bay Kayak Company provides canine life jackets and double and triple kayaks so water-loving dogs can accompany their human companions on nature and wildlife paddles. Dine at Pasta Moon, where pooches chomp on homemade dog treats while twofooters sup on farm-fresh California-Italian cuisine. Then grab a nightcap in a comfy chair beside a fire pit and take in the ocean sunset at the Moss Beach Distillery’s Seal Cove Patio, which features a doggie menu of grilled hot dogs, mini burger patties and skirt steak. Ask the hostess to take your pooch’s photo for the annual contest and you might just win a prize. Many local hotels are pet friendly, but the Half Moon Bay Inn offers special accommodations for four-legged guests, including a dog bed, feeding dish and treats, as well as waste bags. Rooms start at $130, and the inn charges per-stay fees of $25 for one pet or $35 for two.
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