Wow, I can only speak for myself but I absolutely loved the Bay area - especially Half Moon Bay and Pacifica.  I spent lots and lots of time in San Fran/Oakland over a 4 year stretch a few years back (vague, I know) and I found it to be wonderfully friendly and diverse. I hope you are having a blast.

But, R, you sure are missing out on some horrible weather here right now.  I am certainly jealous of you!
