A Symphony of Flavors: Exploring the Culinary Delights of Northeast India
Food is a universal language, a way to connect with and understand different cultures. As travel curators, we believe that sharing a meal can be a powerful act of solidarity. In this post, we invite you to pull up a chair and explore the delicious, diverse, and often surprising world of Northeast Indian cuisine. It’s […]
Echoes of the Hills: A Journey into the History and Tribes of Northeast India
“I am not Chinese… I am an Indian.” These were the last words of 24-year-old Anjel Chakma, a student from Tripura who was violently attacked by a racist mob on December 9, 2025 in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun. After fighting for his life for 16 days at a hospital in Dehradun, the 24-year-old succumbed to his injuries […]
Beyond the Headlines: A Journey into the Heart of Northeast India
The Land of Seven Sisters: A Glimpse into the Majestic Geography of Northeast India “I am not Chinese… I am an Indian.” These were the last words of 24-year-old Anjel Chakma, a student from Tripura who was violently attacked by a racist mob on December 9, 2025 in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun. After fighting for his life […]
Meghalaya: A Curator’s Perspective on a Bucket List Destination
As a curator for Curtain Call Adventures, I’ve had the privilege of exploring some of the world’s most captivating destinations. Yet, Meghalaya, the “abode of clouds,” holds a special place in my heart. My connection to this land runs deep, back to my school days in Shillong. This northeastern gem of India is not just […]
Northeast India for Seniors in Spring: Slow Travel, Rich Rewards
As the founder of Curtain Call Adventures, I’ve had the privilege of sharing the magic of my homeland, Northeast India, with travelers from all over the world. There’s a special joy in curating journeys for seniors, who bring a unique appreciation for the rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and experiences our region offers. If you’re […]
Echoes of the East: A Journey into the Heart of Eastern Himalayan Heritage
As part of the larger “Journey across the Himalayas – Ours to Tell” event, a first-of-its-kind multidisciplinary festival celebrating the stories of and from the Himalayas, the “Echoes of the East” exhibition, focussed on Intangible cultural practises of the northeast. A Royal Enfield social mission, this initiative brought together 50 communities, partners, and artists to […]
Whispers of the Tsomkha Zemen: A Trekker’s Intimate Journey Through Arunachal’s Hidden Heart
The air in Sangti Phudung has a certain weight to it, a cool, clean heft that feels ancient and alive. It was here, after a short drive from Dirang over the famed London Bridge, that my journey began. The motorable road dissolved into a village playground, a final outpost of the familiar before the wild […]
Echoes of Assam – Modern Tasting by Curtain Call Adventures
At Curtain Call Adventures we believe food is one of the most powerful ways to tell a story. Our work is about more than travel — it is about helping guests understand the people, landscapes, weather, plants and animals that shape the northeast. Recently, we partnered with Chef Kashmiri Nath to bring a true taste […]
Silk & Sky: Bespoke Road Travel Tips for Northeast India
— an elegant, practical guide to road travel in Northeast India tailored for luxury travellers who value comfort, safety and authentic access. Driving through the Northeast is as much a sensorial journey as it is a logistical one: hairpin roads that climb into cloud forest, tea estates that spill across slopes, and rivers that demand […]
Sangti’s Stone Homes: A Vanishing Warmth
Once walking into Sangti Valley the houses felt like characters in a slow, breathing story. Each two‑storey home sat rooted in the slope, its base hewn from rough river stone that smelled faintly of damp earth and moss, the kind of stone that takes years to settle and knows the sound of winter. Above that, […]