This website illuminates my life and adventures. My longing for freedom has led me to over 2450 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
Slovenia, Loska Dolina Prov, Landscape
Bangladesh, Sylhet Prov, Street Bamboo Vendor
Azerbaijan, Gobustan Prov, Winding Road
Latvia, Ventspils City Prov, Restaurant -
Bangladesh, Dhaka Prov, Fisherman Nets
Thailand, Opium Smoking, 1984 - On my first visit to Thailand I took a short trek in the hills outside of Chiang Rai. At night our porters smoked opium on the floor of our hut. On the second night, Lode Vanhoot, a fellow trekker from Holland, and I tried smoking with them. A long conversation took place. I did not feel high. But when we tried to stand, it was as if our bodies were drunk, although our minds felt clear.
Vietnam, Bac Lieu Prov, Temple
Slovenia, Vojnik Prov, Welcome To Obcina Vojnik
Turkey, Hakkari Province, River Canyon Near Olgunlar At Night
Myanmar, Yangon Prov, Laying Budda