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Kerala Sugarcane Seller Visits 10 Countries, Funds Travel Dreams with Juice Stall

Hashim VP, a sugarcane juice seller from Kannur, Kerala, has used the income from his 30-year-old roadside stall to finance his passion for travel, visiting ten countries so far. His international adventures began after a life-changing conversation with his elder brother in 2012, which shifted his perspective during his business's off-season. He has explored destinations from Israel and Egypt to Thailand and Turkey, often accompanied by his wife, Haseena. His next goal is to visit China in the coming months, continuing a journey that started from a humble juice cart.

Key Points: Sugarcane Seller from Kerala Travels to 10 Countries

  • 30-year roadside business funded travels
  • Visited 10 countries across Asia and Middle East
  • Next trip planned to China with family
  • First journey inspired by brother in 2012
  • Proves travel is accessible with passion and saving
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Sugarcane Juice seller from Kerala turns travel dreams into reality, visits 10 countries

Hashim VP, a Kannur sugarcane juice seller, has visited 10 countries using his stall's income. His next destination is China with his family.

"From then on, I have not stopped travelling and continue to explore new places whenever I can. - Hashim VP"

Kannur, January 11

For the past 30 years, Hashim VP, a native of Pappinisseri, has been selling sugarcane juice in front of the Jawahar Municipal Stadium in Kannur, quietly turning his small roadside business into a gateway to the world.

What began as a modest means of livelihood gradually became the source of his greatest passion - travelling. He has travelled to 10 countries so far.

Over the years, Hashim has travelled to Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq, Malaysia, Thailand, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, turning his love for travel into a lifelong pursuit.

He now plans to visit China in the coming months, accompanied by his wife and elder brother.

Speaking to ANI, Hashim said, "I travelled to 10 countries so far, including Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq, Malaysia, Thailand, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia. The last trip I did was to Turkey; it is beautiful. Now, after 3 months, I'm planning to visit China."

With the income earned from selling sugarcane juice, Hashim has explored destinations far beyond his hometown, always accompanied by his wife Haseena.

His first international journey gave him an experience that opened the doors to more adventures. Since then, he has travelled extensively across India and ventured abroad to ten countries.

Recalling the beginning of his journey, the 67-year-old said that his first trip to Delhi was in 2012. At the time, June and July were off-season for his business, and he would usually close his shop and stay at home. However, a conversation with his elder brother changed his outlook on life.

His brother spoke to him about the importance of travel and the experiences it offers, sparking a passion within him.

"From then on, I have not stopped travelling and continue to explore new places whenever I can," he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
What an inspiring story from Kerala! It shows that travel is for everyone, not just the elite. His choice of destinations is also fascinating - Middle East and Asia. Wishing him a wonderful trip to China with his family!
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Rohit P
Respect! This man has probably saved every rupee carefully while running his juice shop. Meanwhile, many of us with regular salaries keep postponing our travel plans. Time to take a lesson from Hashim uncle.
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Sarah B
While this is a heartwarming story, I do hope the article also highlights the financial discipline required. Travel to 10 countries on a sugarcane juice income is remarkable, but it must have meant extreme saving and possibly skipping other comforts.
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Karthik V
Amazing! From Pappinisseri to Palestine. His journey proves that passion can take you anywhere. I bet his sugarcane juice is the best in Kannur. Next time I'm in Kerala, I'm definitely visiting his stall.
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Michael C
This is the kind of news we need more of. Ordinary people achieving extraordinary things through simple dedication. The fact that he always travels with his wife makes it even more special. True partnership goals!

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