Xenia Spotlight On Service winners pose for a group photo Shawna Sarnowski photo
Visit Temecula Valley presented the Xenia Hospitality Awards, at Pechanga Resort Casino on Thursday, April 18.Such awards are given to individuals, and tourism businesses, that have displayed hospitality and service to both visitors and members of the community. The word “Xenia,” originated in Greece, is defined as the concept of generosity shown to those far from their home. The Welty Award for Tourism Professional of the Year, too, was presented at the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce's Annual Gala on April 6th.At the luncheon, held inside the ballroom, catering provided caprese salads, braised short ribs, and lemon tarts. Nominees, government officials, and hospitality workers mingled about, promoting businesses and taking photographs, all to music that was played live. V
