Half Moon Bay is the new Carmel! Yes, we have trendy restaurants, upscale accommodations including beautiful Bed and Breakfasts Inns, world class golf courses, lavish spas and miles of mesmerizing beaches with pounding surf, they are all readily available in our seaside town, but you can also find some unexpected treasures like horseback riding at sunset along the beach, miles of redwood covered trails that accommodate both those who wish to casually stroll and the advanced hiker, tide pools teeming with ocean life and who could miss the local gardens and flower farms that thrive thanks to our rich soil, warm sun and clean ocean air, be sure and get some fresh flowers to take home with you. Of course you can go wine tasting or browse our galleries and find that perfect piece of original art or jewelry then you can treat yourself to new lotions and potions or an invigorating snack at the health food store. On any given day you might see groups of artist with easels posed in front of the many historic or Victorian style buildings, or a touring carriage pulled by magnificent horses filled with newlyweds or families on vacation. Half Moon Bay just 30 miles from San Francisco has become the destination for business travelers or the quick local getaway midweek when lodging specials make it hard to resist. Just south is a beach that is home to hundreds of elephant seals walking the tours are well worth the trip