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
Turkey, Usak Prov, House
Turkey, Gaziantep Prov, Wagon Ride
Bangladesh, Netrakona Prov, Reader - A man relaxes with his paper.
Thailand, Phichit Prov, Cutting Blocks
Turkey, Kastamonu Province, Couple - December 5, 2009 - At about 11 p.m. we entered into Kastamonu province. We went into a small tea shop at about midnight. The proprietor and his wife were very friendly and posed for photos. They were clearly very happy. This is the dream of so many people, to be in love for as long as they live. A beautiful sight.
Thailand, Samut Sakon Prov, Temple
Slovenia, Ptuj Province, Ducks Are Angels, 2006 -
Turkey, Nevsehir Prov, Cappadocia Entrance
Jeff Shea with Wigman’s Wig, 1983 Papua New Guinea, Southern Highlands Province, Koroba - 35mm Kodachrome film They urged me to put on a wig. To their delight, I complied!
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.