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 […]
The Sandakphu-Singalila Trek: A Himalayan Adventure
There is a quiet magic in walking slowly, letting the path unfold as it will. On the Sandakphu–Singalila trek, every step feels like a conversation—with the wind, with the forests of rhododendron and pine, with the mountains that rise steadily in the distance. Then one morning, the horizon reveals the great secret you have been […]
Shergaon in Two Days — Orchard Mornings, Monastery Evenings, Waterfall Afternoons
“Into the mountains we went, walked along streams of gurgling waters dappled in sunlight and mist. Lost in the forest of old trees, we counted 32 shades of green at a glance while birds with iridescent feathers flit among juniper trees. Climbed steep slopes full of pine and rhododendron to explore ancient ruins. Hopped over […]
Wander with Wonder: Northeast India Walking Tours for Families
If you’re a family that loves to trade screen time for green time, and you believe the best memories are made one step at a time, then Northeast India might just be your next perfect getaway. Tucked away in a quieter corner of the country, this region is a treasure trove of natural beauty, rich […]
The Enduring Romance of Unstitched Garments in Northeast India
I travel to learn with my hands—by touching the warp and weft, by watching how a drape is coaxed into place, by listening to the quiet stories that cloth carries. As a culture travel curator and textile enthusiast, I’ve long been enthralled by the poetry of unstitched garments. In a world ruled by seams, zippers, […]
Northeast India with Children, what to do : “Slow Travel, Big Discoveries”
Here in the heart of a Karbi village near Kaziranga, guests on a village walk with Aranyak pause to sit atop age-old rocks, listening intently to something invisible yet deeply alive—the sound of the Kohora Chu, an underground river that flows silently beneath. For children especially, moments like these are rare treasures. In today’s fast-paced, […]
Vegetarian: Breaking the Stereotype in the Northeast
At our core, we believe that food is more than just a meal—it’s a living expression of culture, memory, identity, and place. And nowhere is that truer than in Northeast India, a region where recipes are passed down orally, ingredients are rooted in the land, and every dish carries the essence of community. Our journey […]
A Culinary Journey for Travelers – Food of the Mising Tribe in Assam
Tribal cuisines across various regions are a vibrant testament to the diversity and uniqueness of indigenous cultures. Each community’s culinary practices are deeply rooted in the local environment, utilizing native ingredients and traditional methods that have been passed down through generations. For instance, the use of foraged wild plants and sustainably sourced proteins showcases a […]
Why Travel with Curtain Call Adventures: Your Gateway to Immersive Experiences in Northeast India and Bhutan
Julie and her team managed my Guwahati trip brilliantly. Every detail was thought of right from a comfortable stay to transport. They even helped me get a darshan at the Kamakhya temple. And their recommendations for shopping and food were spot on. This is the second time I have had the opportunity to travel with […]