Travel

Dreamy Half Moon Bay
05.23.12
The Ritz-Carlton at Half Moon Bay doesn’t seem real at first. It seems like a place you would only read about in a novel. A beautiful chateau-like hotel elegantly situated on the edge of a gorgeous coastal cliff, surrounded by sweeping fields of Irish green grass. However, as the curtain of ocean fog slowly ascends and the sun shines through, the smell of bacon and eggs might bring you back to reality because this place is real.
It is by far one of the most romantic hotels I’ve ever visited. I was lucky enough to enjoy a wonderful weekend with my family last month. We hiked the Redwoods, walked on the beach, ate like royalty, shopped at the local farmer’s market and visited the great little shops in town. We even visited a nearby goat cheese farm called Harley Farms – it’s a must see with a fantastic tasting room where you can try all of their critically acclaimed cheeses.
No trip to the Ritz-Carlton should go without a luxurious spa treatment, and right now treatments are designed specifically for dads and grads (moms can always enjoy a pomegranate paradise body polish and massage combination, a full body exfoliation from pomegranate sugar scrub followed by a full body massage.)
During the month of June, dads and grads can relax with a deep tissue detox massage and stretch, to rid the body of toxins trapped inside the muscles, alleviating aches and pains from all their hard work.
The Ritz Carlton at Half Moon Bay is one of the most beautiful places to visit. You can go whale watching in the morning, biking in the afternoon, and then relax next to a fire in the evening and watch the waves roll in as the sunsets. If you have a chance, you have to visit the Ritz-Carlton at Half Moon Bay.
One Miramontes Point Road in Half Moon Bay. For more information call, 650.712.7000, or visit [url=http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/HalfMoonBay/Default.htm]http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/HalfMoonBay/Default.htm[/url]

Sexy San Francisco
05.23.12
When thinking of hotels words like sexy don’t often come to mind – but Hotel Diva in San Francisco is exactly that. A sexy boutique hotel, Hotel Diva boasts beautiful architecture, custom everything, and a sophisticated, seductive personality. Hotel Diva will make any woman feel like a…dare I say?...Diva!
Located on Geary Street in the Heart of Union Square, Hotel Diva is conveniently located blocks away from Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue. And it’s directly across from two of the City’s best performing arts theatres, The American Conservatory Theater (ACT) and the Curran Theater. Location wise, you cannot get better than that.
Don’t have a reason to visit San Francisco? Well, here’s one – the Golden Gate Bridge is turning 75 on May 27! Hotel Diva and Personality Hotels Group invite you to celebrate historic bridge’s 75th Anniversary with their GET GOLDEN PACKAGE.
The “Get Golden” package includes:
• A deluxe golden guestroom at a choice of either Hotel Diva, Hotel Union Square or Kensington Park
• Two complimentary vouchers to Blazing Saddles Bike Rentalsto pedal across the bridge
• A healthy, energizing snack bag to take along for the ride
• A Ghirardelli Chocolate Golden Gate Bridge for after the ride
Rates start at $175 per night, excluding tax and based upon availability. The “Get Golden” package is valid year round. For reservations, call 800.553.1900 or visit [url=http://www.personalityhotels.com. ]http://www.personalityhotels.com. [/url];
Hotel Diva is at 440 Geary Street in San Francisco.
More Travel
- 08.22.22 – Labor Day Staycation in Mission Bay
- 02.23.21 – Carmel’s Bernardus Lodge & Spa Awarded Forbes 12-Stars
- 02.03.21 – Hotel Maya’s Gourmet Meals To Go & Getaway Room Package
- 02.02.21 – Hotel Cerro Offers a Suite Deal Throughout the Spring
- 10.21.20 – Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa
Follow Greer on Pinterest
from the blog
- 05.12.25 – LAWineFest 2025 – Celebrating 20 Years of Wine, Community, and Fun
- 05.09.25 – Bowers Museum Celebrates $500,000 Lead Gift for Terracotta Warriors Exhibition
- 05.07.25 – The Ranch at Laguna Beach Introduces Ceramic Collaboration With Isa Carr
- 05.07.25 – Celebrate Mother’s Day with Brunch, Flamenco, and Champagne at Café Sevilla
- 05.06.25 – UCI Opera and Symphony Present Puccini’s Suor Angelica at Irvine Barclay Theatre
- 05.04.25 – A Weekend Escape to Catalina Island Just Got Even Better
- 05.02.25 – Hilton Anaheim Debuts Hansen’s Market
- 05.01.25 – Celebrate Mom at Casa Palmero, a Hidden Gem at Pebble Beach
- 04.28.25 – Celebrate Mother’s Day in Style at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
- 04.25.25 – Play for Gray Charity Pickleball Tournament Returns May 17
- 04.25.25 – Trevor’s at the Tracks Launches Farm-to-Table Program with Two Local Farms
- 04.24.25 – Descanso Celebrates Cinco de Mayo with Four Days of Food, Cocktails, and Festivities
- 04.23.25 – 2025 Breeders’ Cup Returns to Del Mar: Tickets On Sale Now
- 04.23.25 – Up to 80% Off at the Beach Riot Warehouse Sale in Tustin
- 04.23.25 – Score Up to 70% Off at the Zumiez Warehouse Sale in Santa Ana
- 04.20.25 – Burger Boss Introduces Halal Poultry, Salmon and Meal Deals
- 04.18.25 – Floral Park’s 32nd Annual Home & Garden Tour Returns April 26–27
- 04.17.25 – Avila’s El Ranchito in Newport Beach Celebrates 50 Years
- 04.17.25 – Easter Fun at VEA Newport Beach
- 04.16.25 – VIP Garden at LAWineFest – A Premier Tasting Experience!
More Daily Doses
- 05.09.25 – Celebrate Mother’s Day at Wild Strawberry Café in Newport Beach
- 05.08.25 – Mom-Worthy Dining in Orange County
- 05.08.25 – A Catalina Day Trip: Ocean Views, Island History, and Unforgettable Stops
- 05.07.25 – Exciting Additions at Anaheim Hills Festival: Egg Tuck, Story Bar + Kitchen, and More!
- 05.05.25 – Celebrate Mother’s Day in Style Across Orange County
- 04.29.25 – Mother’s Day Dining and Experiences in Orange County
- 04.25.25 – Cozy Earth Opens Flagship Store in Corona del Mar
- 04.24.25 – Monaco Italian Kitchen Brings Neapolitan Pizzas and Housemade Pastas to Irvine
- 04.23.25 – South Coast Plaza Celebrates 35 Years of Southern California’s Premier Garden Show
- 04.20.25 – The District at Tustin Legacy Hosts Earth Day Celebration
- 04.17.25 – California Wine Festival Returns to Dana Point
- 04.15.25 – Easter Hoppenings in Orange County
- 04.11.25 – Fashion Island Welcomes a New Season of Style
- 04.10.25 – Celebrate Easter Sunday with Brunch at Top Orange County Resorts
- 04.09.25 – Savor Easter Sunday at These South Coast Plaza Restaurants
- 04.07.25 – Now Open: Vox Kitchen & Bar at South Coast Plaza
- 04.06.25 – Pacific Symphony Premieres Wagner’s “Das Rheingold” in St.Clair’s Final Season
- 04.01.25 – Chef’s Table Friendship Dinner Returns to Tanaka Farms – May 3, 2025
- 03.31.25 – Festival Ballet Theatre Presents The Sleeping Beauty at Irvine Barclay Theatre
- 03.30.25 – Pasta Sisters Expands to Costa Mesa Kitchens