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
Azerbaijan, Bilasuvar Prov, Cabbage And Oranges
Bismarck Archipelago, Jeff Shea With Panguna Copper Mine Truck, Bougainville, 1983 - The amazing size of these trucks in the copper mine at Panguna is illustrated by this photo. I am 5' 10" and barely reached the center of the wheel!
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.
Estonia, Hiumaa Prov, Ferry Leaving Shore -
Thailand, Mae Hong Son Province, Kayan Woman, 2008, IMG_3613 - This Karen woman effuses a graceful spirit.
Slovenia, Osilnica Prov, Vineyard
Vietnam, An Giang Prov, Waitresses
Myanmar, Mandalay Prov, Chinlone
Bangladesh, Sylhet Prov, Fishing Nets
Myanmar, Tanintharyi Prov, Burmese Beauty