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
Vietnam, Khanh Hoa Prov, Beach
Saudi Arabia, Jeddah, 2000 - In 2000, I went to Saudi Arabia with my family. Officially, I am Muslim, so I was able to go on a pilgrimage visa for Umra. Not shown here, the mosque in Mecca was incredible, white marble and pilgrims everywhere. It was one of the greatest sights I ever saw.
Cambodia, Rotanak Kiri Prov, Fried Birds
Vietnam, Nghe An Prov, Woman Street Vendor -
Slovenia, Slovenj Gradec Prov, Dead Porcupine
Bangladesh, Sherpur Prov, Crowd Accosts Old Man - I didn't know what precipitated this, but - although not visible in this photo - a crowd of people followed these men. The older man was forcibly brought to a place where he was sat down, awaiting some sort of proceeding.
Lithuania, Kauno Prov, Tractor -
Turkey, Artvin Prov, Kebab Chef
Slovenia, Slovenske Konjice Prov, Bird
Ghana, Takoradi Street Scene, 1987 - I found beauty in the broken pavement and the fluid movement of the towns folk on this hot day in Takoradi on the coast of Ghana.