We're pleased to share the news that Coastal Living magazine has named Half Moon Bay one of the most stunning beaches in the country.
The magazine placed Half Moon Bay State Beach at the top of their recent list of The Most Beautiful Beaches in America, saying that it "has all the hallmarks you'd dream of in a… Read more →
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Half Moon Bay is crab central. You can fish for crab, buy directly from fishermen or indulge in crab specials at local restaurants.
The recreational Dungeness crab season kicked off on November 4th and the commercial season is slated to open on November 15th, 2017 (check with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for… Read more →
Before we head into gingerbread territory let’s be sure to give our Half Moon Bay pride — the pumpkin — it’s well deserved time in the limelight. There are still a few weeks left for us to get our Pumpkin Spice on. This syrup can be used in coffee, cocktails, ice cream and even to top French toast.
Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Ingredients
Yields 2 cups
1 ½ cups water
¾ cup brown sugar (light or dark… Read more →
Hosting friends and family for the Thanksgiving holiday is a big undertaking, the planning, the decorations, the shopping, the preparations, the cooking, and more. Your hosts do it because they want to, they want to share the holiday with you and they welcome you into their home.
To say thank you and to be a good guest, you’ll want… Read more →
With iconic lighthouses, charming inns, and fresh seafood straight from the docks, the Half Moon Bay Coastside often draws comparisons to the quaint seaside towns of New England. Make no mistake, our surfer and organic farm-filled shores are undeniably Californian. Yet, there are enough endearing, seaside similarities between the two regions to play along for a weekend.… Read more →
Once you’ve gathered all of your fall decor items, create a setting on end tables and niches and, of course, a fabulous fall tablescape in your dining room—it’ll completely transform your home to celebrate autumn.
The biggest surf break of the Half Moon Bay area lures surfers from around the globe. Just off the coast, a short distance outside Pillar Point Harbor, Mavericks looms large on the horizon in winter months (November through March), when the storm swell pushes the surf into some of the biggest waves in the world. Originally named for the canine companion of a local surfer… Read more →
Spending time on the water or at the beach is a wonderful way to enjoy a personal escape, but it’s also an incredible experience for groups. Outdoor team building activities, far from the office environment, are optimal for creativity-based team building games and activities, where workers can feel free to solve problems that aren’t part of their day-to-day work routine.… Read more →
We love zapping virtual zombies on our phone too, but nothing beats the thrill of real-life play and wonder. With a dazzling landscape of farms and beaches, the Half Moon Bay Coastside is a nature-filled playground that will inspire adventure in all ages. Below, we’ve rounded up nine kid-friendly activities that will delight little ones and the young-at-heart… Read more →
A sunset over the ocean while you’re walking on the beach with your sweetheart is high on the list of those searching for romantic experiences. The Half Moon Bay Coastside has the ideal atmosphere for paramours—whether there’s an ocean view or not. From digging your toes in the sand to enjoying coastal cuisine to relaxing in a cozy home-away-from-home, there’s romance all… Read more →