This website illuminates my life and adventures. My longing for freedom has led me to over 2600 of the world’s 3978 provinces, to every country on earth and to the summit of the highest peak on each continent (thank heaven for good weather!). In my travels, I learned to respect the intelligence and ingenuity of people of all races and callings both past and present. Come see the world as I see it: as a peaceful place, full of nature and beauty. With the right spirit and intent, we can make our world a virtual Garden of Eden.
DISTINCTIONS: BBC 2017 Travel Pioneer • Journal Articles • Explorer’s Club Flag Expeditions
World Parks Project • Walk Across South America • Jeff Shea Travel Map
Cambodia, Krong Preah Sihanouk Prov, Muslim Symbol
Cuba, Havana Neighborhood, 1997 - In 1997, when I visited Havana, the city looked like it had been built with grandeur, but then not repaired or touched for decades. Still, it was somehow picturesque and charming. The city had a special atmosphere.
Myanmar, Unknown Prov, Water Scene
Slovakia, Spisske Hrad (Spis Castle), 1997 - Spis is the largest fortified castle in Central Europe. I just stumbled upon it as my then-girlfriend Paula Nguyen of Australia and I drove around Eastern Europe. Sighting it with no idea as to what it was filled me with excitement. It was magnificent. Sometimes not knowing about a country prior to going there makes it more exciting - the discoveries you make feel more personal.
Chile, Antofagasta Prov, Flamingos
Arirang Mass Games, 2013 North Korea, Pyonganbuk Province
UK, Saint Helena, Tristan Da Cunha, View From Ocean, 2002 - Tristan Da Cunha is the most remote inhabited island in the world, lying between Cape Horn and the Cape of Good Hope in the south Atlantic. It is quite stunning to see. It rises straight out of the ocean to a height of over 6500 feet.
Thailand, Sa Kaeo Prov, Cane Worker Portrait
Turkey, Agri Prov, Road
UK, Rhondda Cynon Taff Prov, Go Slow Caterpillar