"The allure of Half Moon Bay's neighbors – the Napa and Sonoma wineries, the picturesque towns of Monterey and Carmel, redwood forests to the east, and tidal pools along the shore – all resonate in Half Moon Bay, but this serene community has a singular charm that is all its own."
Array Magazine, January 2008
"Filled with wonderful restaurants, galleries and five independent bookstores, Half Moon Bay has become the North Coast's new Carmel-By-The-Sea – but with a friendlier, less-pretentious vibe."
Santa Cruz Magazine, Fall/Winter 2007
"Visiting Half Moon Bay is like stepping back in time. There are farms, horses and family-owned businesses. Streets bustle with bicycles and joggers. The coastal air smells fresh and people are friendly."
Bay Area Parent, September 2007
"Half Moon Bay is a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of nearby San Francisco. In this little corner of California, time seems to move more slowly and the local residents appear to have succeeded in establishing a very comfortable pace of life."
Boat U.S. Magazine, July 2007
"In addition to seafood restaurants, antique shops, cozy B&BS and the annual Pumpkin Festival, Half Moon Bay is a great playground for outdoor adventure."
Los Angeles Times, June 2007
"Because it's a mere 30 miles from the city, Half Moon Bay is a primo day-trip destination, but it also makes an ideal one-night getaway. With high bluffs, rocky coves and long sandy shores, the beaches are jaw-droppingly beautiful - the ideal backdrop for a horseback ride or game of golf."
71miles.com, June 2007
"Less crowding makes it easier to enjoy San Mateo County's dramatic coastline, its charming small towns like Half Moon Bay and its bounty of locally produced vegetables, fruit and flowers."
USA Today, May 2007
"If Tony Bennett lost his heart in San Francisco, I found mine in Half Moon Bay."
TangoDiva.com, March 2007
"Just 25 miles from San Francisco is gorgeous Half Moon Bay- where you can spend a day exploring cliffs and bluffs, watching tide pools or participating in the ultimate California experience, surfing."
San Francisco Examiner, February 2007
"Just 35 minutes south of San Francisco, Half Moon Bay features the best of what California has in abundance – sunshine, scenery, award-winning wines, and elegant restaurants."
Sunday Express, December 2006
"Half Moon Bay in Northern California is just the kind of place you will want to discover for the honeymoon of your life or best wedding. Once we were there, we couldn't deny that the place was magic."
Premier Bride, November 2006
"Half Moon Bay is where all things Californian converge…mountains, redwoods and reddish cliffs clamping down on the blue of the Pacific like the gums of a gentle giant."
Estates West, Fall 2006
"It's all here in Half Moon Bay, a vibrant coastal town located approximately 35 minutes south of San Francisco. Nestled between the Santa Cruz Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, this charming seaside community boasts the best of Northern California all in one conveniently located place."
TravelLady.com, September 2006
"Sandy beaches, misty redwood forests, good surfing and the soothing laid back rural atmosphere are just the recipe for a break from the fast paced bayside city life."
Odyssey Magazine, Spring 2005
"Along Highway 1 between Santa Cruz and Half Moon Bay, a wild coast beckons weekend adventurers to a splendid glimpse of… where the wild things are. Visitors can explore ancient redwoods…or head out to the coast to marvel at the storm of life that inhabits the tide pools. There are miles upon miles of beaches, perfect for picnics or an afternoon stroll."
Silicon Valley Home, April 2005
"The drive to Half Moon Bay rewards with a peaceful landscape of Christmas tree and flower nurseries, seaside bluffs, timeworn farmhouses, and the mesmerizing calm of the winter ocean. It is such a restful spot, it's surprising that this coastal retreat is so close to the Bay Area bustle."
Sunset Magazine, December 2004
"San Mateo County and its coastal towns are among the prettiest in the state with huge, white sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, coastal mountains, redwood forests and wildlife sanctuaries too numerous to count."
Physicians' Travel and Meeting Guide, September 2004
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