One of the things we immediately noticed on arrival was how Pechanga is now a family oriented Resort.  Parents with small children were everywhere and the Pool and outdoor areas were especially popular for all ages..
Among the many new looks and services Pechanga now has a Spa in a separate two story building.  Here all the amenities and services of a modern Spa are offered.  My partner went for a massage while I chose a haircut to shed some of my curly locks.  Both of us left smelling and looking very well, thank you.  The Spa also includes an upstairs lounge equipped with refreshments and a perfect view of the adjacent golf course.
A tour of the wedding facilities showed a scenic outdoor setting as well as private dressing rooms for both bride and groom.   I inquired if golf reservations were available for the groom but this did not seem to be appreciated by the ladies present.
Wedding receptions are available at the skyroom atop the new North Tower which offers breathtaking 360 degree views of Temecula and its surrounding vineyards as well as the rugged mountains that shape what is known as the Rainbow Gap.  This Gap allows breezes from he Pacific Ocean to funnel into the Temecula Valley most afternoons, perfect for the vineyards and the quality grapes they produce.
The 18 hole Journey Golf Course has a clubhouse which almost defines description.  Walls and columns are constructed with natural rock and the club house  offers extensive facilities for the golfer.  In addition there is an outstanding restaurant and here we enjoyed a leisurely  breakfast.  My time as a golfer covered decades but was now over but as I looked over Journey at Pechanga I must admit to some pangs of  the game that can be loved and hated at the same time.
Besides its five hundred new rooms the North Tower also has a number of meetings rooms and during our visit a craft beer showing was taking place in one of immense halls.  On one of its elevated levels one evening we were treated to a preview of some of the new desserts that will be available including such delights as a chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwich.
One aspect of Pechanga we especially noted.  This was the helpful attitude and courtesy of the staff which was immediately apparent.  This was always present and available.  We also liked the security offered which  while always present was never an inconvenience.