Author profile
Sherin Francis
Managing Director at Golden Compass Holidays
- Leading the company since 2012
- Kochi, Kerala
- 22 travel guides
Sherin Francis is the Managing Director of Golden Compass Holidays, a Kochi-based travel agency she has led since November 2012. She oversees how every Kerala honeymoon, family holiday and India or international tour is planned and priced, and the guides on this site come from the day-to-day work of her team.
Guides by Sherin
Honeymoon, family and holiday guides from the team that plans these trips every day.
Private vs Shared Houseboat in Alleppey: What Couples Should Know
Private or shared houseboat in Alleppey? Compare privacy, meals, categories and price, and see what a honeymoon houseboat day really looks like.
Kerala Honeymoon Package Cost in 2026-27: Real Price Breakdown
How much does a Kerala honeymoon cost? Real 2026-27 package prices per couple for 4, 5 and 6 days, what's included, and tips to stay within budget.
First Anniversary Trip Ideas in Kerala
Celebrate your first wedding anniversary in Kerala: houseboat escapes, Munnar hideaways, Ayurveda, beach getaways and surprises we can arrange.
Meghalaya Trip from Kerala: Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki
Plan a Meghalaya trip from Kerala: getting there from Kochi, Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki and Kaziranga, with 5 and 7-day itineraries.
Best Couple Photoshoot Locations in Kerala
The best couple and honeymoon photoshoot locations in Kerala, from Munnar tea gardens to Varkala cliffs, with timing and outfit tips.
The Complete Kerala Honeymoon Checklist: Book, Pack and Budget
A complete Kerala honeymoon checklist: what to book and when, documents, what to pack and a budget table so nothing is missed.
Munnar Honeymoon Resorts by Budget: How to Choose the Right Stay
How to choose a Munnar honeymoon resort: best locations, budget to luxury options, pool villas, jacuzzi suites and what each adds to your package.
Ayurveda for Couples in Kerala: Treatments, Resorts and Tips
Experience Ayurveda together in Kerala: popular couple treatments, where to go, the best season and how to choose a genuine centre.
Kumarakom vs Alleppey: Which Backwater Is Better for Couples?
Kumarakom or Alleppey for your honeymoon? Compare houseboats, lake resorts and things to do on Kerala's backwaters.
Monsoon Honeymoon in Kerala: Why June to August Is Underrated
Is the monsoon a good time for a Kerala honeymoon? Lower prices, lush scenery, Ayurveda and where to go from June to August.
Kerala Family Trip: 7-Day Itinerary for Parents and Kids
A 7-day Kerala family itinerary covering Munnar, Thekkady, an Alleppey houseboat and Kovalam, with tips for travelling with kids and elderly parents.
Kashmir Tulip Festival: When to Go and How to Plan from Kerala
When is the Kashmir Tulip Festival and how do you plan it from Kerala? Bloom timing, a 6-day spring itinerary, tips and what to pack.