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, Temple
Laos, Salvan Prov, Tree Gourds
France, Corsica, Bonifacio, 2000 - From Sardinia's northern point, I took a ferry to Corsica. As we neared the shores, the sight of Bonifacio came into view. This is one of those unexpected joys of traveling: not knowing something spectacular is about to happen. How can you get that surprise if you are on a tour!? Bonifacio was amazingly picturesque.
Myanmar, Unknown Prov, Water Scene
Thailand, Amnat Charoen Prov, Poster
Venezuela, Mesa Area, 1993 - In the area around Angle Falls in the south of Venezuela, there are enormous mesas (tables in Spanish) and an expansive geography.
Ghana, Jeff Shea With Tomato Merchants, 1987 - I found the people in Ghana to be very friendly. This photograph was taken in my first week in West Africa.
Nepal, Katmandu, Dog In Bag, 1984 - During a return visit to Katmandu after a journey on foot from Jaipur to Agra, I became interested in the woman who's dog is in her bag. I never actually consummated my relationship with the woman, having been invited by Gabrielle on a trek in Tarke Gyang and subsequently falling in love with her.
Turkey, Gumushane Prov, Mountain
Slovenia, Metlika Prov, Stream