Fantastic response and tips - many thanks! We are flying from across the world so every minute (and tip counts Linesideslayer and EastBayEd, thanks for specific inputs on Chris & Randy. We will perhaps go with Chris this time. I had booked hotels in Monterey, but based on others' recommendation, will try to see if I can do another day at HMB. Will keep you posted on how this goes.
Keep having a great week.