Subtropical gardens

Butterflies and caterpillars of the Canary Islands

Just discovered a very interesting link  http://www.schmetterling-raupe.de/kanaren.htm Worth a visit is the butterfly park Mariposario del Drago (www.mariposario.com) in Icod de los Vinos; only 28km from the Tigaiga. You can see the butterfly’s resting on the leaves of the tropical plants.  Sometimes they even rest on you!

Subtropical gardens

Amazing flower photos!

We would like to thank Mr. Dixon,  a professional garden & flower photographer and loyal Tigaiga guest. Mr. Dixon invited our visitors to see his impressive botanical film, with  clear close-up shots of blooming flowers rich in colour and detail, taken at a number of locations including Tenerife. He gave a wonderful photographic lecture of plant & flowerContinue Reading “Amazing flower photos!”

Events

Carnaval, carnaval …. in Puerto de la Cruz

Here are some programme highlights 2011: Sunday, 20th Feb: Presentation of adult and child candidates for Queen of the Carnival 2011. Venue: Plaza de los Reyes Católicos. Saturday, 26th Feb: Exhibition of anticue and classic “Mercedes” cars Venue: Avenida de Colón. Thursday, 3rd March: Gala Show to Elect the Carnival Queen 2011. Venue & ticketContinue Reading “Carnaval, carnaval …. in Puerto de la Cruz”

Awards & travel industry Sustainability & Environment

Premio Paisajes “Isla de Tenerife”

In the category “Improvement and landscape integration in business premises” the jury members unanimously awarded a Special Mention to the Hotel Tigaiga. According to the jury this is a  recognition for the efforts and trajectory of this company in landscape conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. The awards ceremony was held last Friday atContinue Reading “Premio Paisajes “Isla de Tenerife””