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Authentic travel reports from over 82 countries — with practical tips, cost overviews and drone footage that will awaken wanderlust.
SafetyWing vs World Nomads 2026 — Which travel health insurance is best for long-term travelers?
An honest head-to-head comparison after 5 years of traveling the world: price, coverage, adventure sports, and the German statutory health insurance situation for Germans. For whom is SafetyWing a better fit, and when...?.
Best places to fly drones in Europe: 20 top spots for 2026
The best places to fly drones in Europe — 20 tested spots from Lofoten to Santorini. After 3,000+ flights...
Influencer Marketing in Tourism 2026: Costs, ROI & Top Creators for DMOs
What will influencer marketing cost in tourism in 2026? The honest answer for tourism boards, DMOs, and hotel chains — including...
Luxury Adventure Travel Guide 2026: Top 10 Experiences from
Luxury Adventure Travel — two words that sound like a contradiction to most people.
Caribbean Cruise Travelogue 2026: St. Lucia, Barbados & Drone Flights
Caribbean Cruise 2026: AIDA and Mein Schiff Caribbean Experiences, Excursions and Routes — Honest Travel Report from 7 Days...
Travel influencers booking in 2026: Tourism boards, hotels & brand campaigns
Professional travel influencers for tourism boards and premium brands: Costs, reach verification and campaign ROI from 500+ collaborations — request now.
Digital Nomad Insurance 2026 — The Complete Guide for Long-Term Travelers
Honest comparison of the 5 best insurance companies for digital nomads in 2026: SafetyWing, World Nomads, Genki, Hanse Merkur, Care Concept....
Content Creator Equipment 2026 — My Complete Setup
Why the right equipment determines your success as a creator. If there's one thing I've learned in over ten years as a...
Best travel destinations 2026: Top 10 insider tips & affordable destinations
Best travel destinations 2026: My top 10 with insider tips, affordable destinations and recommendations for your August vacation —...
World Travel Insurance 2026 — The best international health insurance for 12+ months
The 5 best world travel insurance policies for 2026 in an honest comparison: SafetyWing, Hanse Merkur, World Nomads, Genki, Care Concept. Visa requirements, claims handling procedures,...
Caribbean Cruise Route 2026: Eastern & Southern Caribbean
Caribbean Cruise Route — Eastern & Southern Caribbean in One Trip Most Caribbean cruises show you either the...
New Zealand Travel Report 2025: 12 Days in Auckland, Taranaki & South Island
My 12-day New Zealand road trip: Auckland, Mount Taranaki, Forgotten World, Pure Pods, Mt Cook and Queenstown. Route, costs, activities and insider tips.
Australia East Coast Route 2026: Cairns to Brisbane Guide
Australia's East Coast from Cairns to Brisbane: route, costs, Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays, Noosa, and drone spots. An honest travelogue with tips...
What is a travel influencer? The 2026 guide for brands and tourism boards
Travel Influencer 2026 explained: Reach, services, prices and ROI — with case studies from 500+ collaborations with tourism...
Best travel destinations for Christmas & New Year's Eve 2026
Where to spend Christmas & New Year's Eve 2026? Thailand, Cape Town, Dubai, Maldives, Mexico, Colombia & Lapland — with budget, tips...
Bodrum Travel Report 2025: Sights, Hotels & Insider Tips
Bodrum travel report by Max Haase: 4 days on the Turkish Aegean coast with Bodrum Castle, Yalıkavak Marina, Karnas Vineyard,...
New Zealand night sky 2026: Aurora Australis & Mount Cook
New Zealand Dark Sky Reserve — The clearest starry sky in the world. I have looked up in over 82 countries...
Great Ocean Road 2026: Route, Map & Apollo Bay Guide
After over 40 road trips worldwide, I say: The Great Ocean Road belongs in the top
Italian cities insider tip 2026: 10 places off the beaten track (Treviso, Trieste & more)
The 10 most beautiful Italian cities off the beaten track: Treviso, Trieste, Tagliamento, Apulia, and other hidden gems. Honest travel tips, itineraries...
Krk Island Croatia: Road trip route, sights & insider tips (2026)
Krk is the largest island in the Croatian Adriatic — perfect for a road trip. Route, sights, insider tips and drone spots...
Bodrum, Türkiye — Luxury hotels, hidden coves & the best
That's because Bodrum was Greek until 1923 — it was called Halicarnassus back then, and one stood here...
Travel Gadgets 2026: Top 15 Must-Haves from 82 Countries (Best Travel Gadgets)
Best travel gadgets of 2026 — 15 must-haves tested after visiting over 82 countries. From DJI Mavic 5 Pro to Sony...
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Australia East Coast vs. West Coast — Which route? [2026]
East Coast or West Coast — The Big Australia Question If you're planning your trip to Australia, sooner or later the question will arise: East Coast...?.
New Zealand Road Trip 2026: 3 or 4 Week Round Trip Costs
New Zealand Road Trip 2026: Best itinerary for 3 or 4 weeks with tour costs, flight tips and campervan comparison — from personal experience.
Fuerteventura Travel Report 2026: Kitesurfing & Beaches
Fuerteventura travel report: The best kitesurfing spots, volcanic landscapes and beaches of the Canary Island. My 7-day itinerary.
Saudi Arabia Travel Report 2026: Visa, Route, Costs
Saudi Arabia travel report: Red Sea, overwater villas and the highlights of the kingdom. Visa, route and all costs for your trip...
Fuerteventura Kitesurfing 2026: Spots, Schools & Beginner's Guide
Fuerteventura Kitesurfing 2026: Best kitesurfing schools, spots for beginners and best time to go (also November) — based on personal experience...
Albania Travel Report 2026: Seaside Holiday, Route &
In this Albania travel report, I share my honest experiences, best tips, and everything you need to know before your trip...
NOMOS Glashütte on the road: World time test in a practical adventure
NOMOS Glashütte Club Sport World Time tested on a trip: Watch test in Fuerteventura with practical experience of the Glashütte manufactory and cooperation insights.
Australia Road Trip 2026: Route for 2, 3 and 4 weeks
Road trip Australia costs: Budget for 3 weeks on the east coast. Australia is the ultimate road trip country.
Beautiful travel destinations in spring 2026 — Albania and Türkiye
Every year it's the same story: In January I'm sitting in Germany, it's 2 degrees outside, and I...
Albania Costs 2026: Road trip budget including flights & food
Albania Costs 2026: Complete budget breakdown for a road trip or package tour including flight, food, rental car and conversion of Lek to Euro...
Philippines Travel Report 2026: Route, Costs & Safety
In December 2024, the time had finally come: 5 weeks through what is probably the most beautiful island nation in Southeast Asia.
Saudi Arabia Visa 2026: Apply for an e-visa (costs & duration)
Saudi Arabia Visa 2026: Applying for an e-visa for Germans with a cost overview — step-by-step instructions based on personal experience.
Activities while sailing: 6 ideas for active sailing trips
Foiling, kitesurfing, shore excursions, beach stops and onboard rituals: My best activities while sailing for active trips in Portugal,...
My 2024 travel review — 12 countries in 365 days
Travel: My 2024 Travel Review — 12 Countries in 365 Days. 2024 was my most intensive year of travel ever. 12 countries,...
Flying drones abroad: Rules & laws per country 2026
Why you need to know the drone regulations in every country beforehand. I'll say it straight: The biggest danger when...
Kitesurfing in the Algarve: Portugal spots, Faro & beginner tips
Kitesurfing in the Algarve – hardly any other place in Europe combines spectacular coastal scenery with reliable wind so perfectly...
Portugal road trip: 14 days costs & route 2026 | Max Haase
In 2024, I spent a total of three months in Portugal, from Porto via Lisbon to the Algarve, and during that time...
Madeira Levada Walks: The 5 Most Beautiful Tours 2026
Madeira Levada Hikes — The 5 most beautiful tours on the flower island of Madeira is a hiker's paradise — and the...
E5 Alpine Crossing 2026: Stages, packing list & map for beginners
E5 Alpine Crossing 2026: All stages, packing list, long-distance hiking trail map and tips for beginners — from personal experience from Oberstdorf to Merano.
Alpine crossing for beginners 2026: Which route suits you?
Request advice → FAQ — Crossing the Alps for beginners Can I cross the Alps alone?
Packing for the E5 Alpine crossing — My packing list
E5 Alpine Crossing Packing List 2026: What you really need (and what you don't) — Backpack, clothing, shoes and technology made from...
Brazil Costs 2026: What does backpacking cost per day, week and month?
Brazil 2026 costs fully broken down: daily, weekly, and monthly budgets for backpackers. Flights, accommodation, food, transport — honest figures...
Best Travel Apps: Top 15 Trip Planners & TripIt Alternatives
TripIt, Been) After visiting over 82 countries and traveling full-time for 7 years, I have tested hundreds of apps.
Algarve Travel Report 2026: Sights, Drone & Kitesurfing
Algarve Travel Report 2026: Drone spots, kitesurfing beaches, golden cliffs and the most beautiful places in southern Portugal — route, costs and tips from personal experience.
DJI Mini 5 Pro Review 2026: Price, Fly More Combo & Comparison
EU rule: The DJI Mini 5 Pro is DJI's latest 250-gram travel drone — with a 1-inch sensor, 4K/100fps slow motion,...
Lanzarote Travel Report 2026: Sights & Hiking
Lanzarote holiday 2026: The best sights on the map, hikes, volcanoes and César Manrique — an honest on-site travel report.
Madeira travel report: Levadas, Funchal & weather tips
Madeira travel report: The most beautiful levada hikes, Funchal sights, weather and holiday tips from personal experience on the flower island.
Gran Canaria Travel Report 2026: Sights & Insider Tips
Gran Canaria sights 2026: Maspalomas Dunes, waterfall, insider tips and route with map from two weeks of personal experience.
Algarve beaches: The most beautiful bays & insider tips
Most beautiful beaches in the Algarve 2026: Top 10 beaches, spectacular cliffs, insider tips and Algarve coast map with drone footage from personal experience.
Kenya Safari & Swimming 2026: Masai Mara, Lodges & Diani Beach
Kenya Safari and Beach Holiday 2026: Masai Mara Lodges, Diani Beach, Tsavo and all the tips for the perfect combination...
Northern Cyprus travel report — a hidden gem in the Mediterranean
Northern Cyprus. Sounds complicated at first—a divided island, politically contested, accessible only via Turkey. That's precisely why I was...
Canary Islands Winter: Which island & weather in December?
Canary Islands in winter: December & February temperatures, Gran Canaria weather, island comparison and wintering tips — from personal experience on...
Venezuela Travelogue — Angel Falls, Los Roques & Adventures
My Venezuela travel report — Angel Falls, Canaima National Park and the Caribbean islands.
Kenya Safari Costs: Budget for Safari and Beaching
Kenya Safari Costs 2026: Complete Budget Breakdown for a 10-Day Safari and Beach Stay in Diani — with Tips...
Becoming a Travel Content Creator: An Honest Guide
Becoming a Content Creator in the Travel Sector: An Honest Guide Based on 10 Years of Experience — Niche, Equipment, Collaborations, Salary. No Bullshit,...
Basque Country Travelogue — San Sebastián, Bilbao & Coast
Basque Country Travelogue: My Basque Country Travelogue — San Sebastián, Bilbao and the wildest coast in Europe. In November 2023 I...
Kitesurfing Guide 2026: Beginners, Equipment, Spots & Costs (Learn to Kitesurf)
Kitesurfing Guide 2026 — complete: Learn to kitesurf for beginners, equipment (kite, board, harness), best spots worldwide, costs for...
Learning to dive while traveling — My experiences
Learn to dive while traveling: Why learning to dive while traveling is the best decision. There are experiences that will...
Sony A7 IV Review: Travel photography after 3 years of practical experience
The Sony A7 IV has been my daily travel companion for over three years. Three years in which...
Tourism Board Cooperation: Collaboration with Travel Creators
Tourism Board Cooperation: A complete guide to professional collaboration between destination marketing organizations and travel creators – process, fees, case studies...
DJI Mini 4 Pro Review 2026: Honest test after 2 years of practical use
DJI Mini 4 Pro Review: Honest long-term test with price, Fly More Combo comparison to the DJI Mini 5 Pro...
How I edit my drone footage — Workflow Guide
Why your editing workflow is more important than your camera. I keep saying it: The best equipment won't do you any good...
Learn to sail: Sailing license, basics & costs 2026
In May 2023, I completed my RYA Day Skipper course at the Aegean Sailing School in the Greek Aegean Sea.
Porto travel report: Sights, old town & insider tips
Porto Travel Report 2026: The most beautiful sights, insider tips, old town route with map, beach tips and drone spots from personal experience.
India travel report: Rajasthan tour, visa & entry requirements
India Round Trip 2026: Rajasthan, Taj Mahal, Visa Application, Entry Tips and Current Travel Warning — from 3 Weeks of My Own Backpacking Experience.
Abu Dhabi travel report: Rixos Marina Resort, Louvre & desert luxury
Abu Dhabi surprises. While Dubai flaunts its glitz and superlatives, the neighboring emirate takes a more subtle approach: cultural...
Vietnam Phu Quoc: Weather, hotels & best time to travel to Vietnam
Phu Quoc Vietnam 2026: Best time to travel, weather overview, hotels including Long Beach and Ong Lang Beach — an honest travel report...
Malaysia Travel Report 2026: Round Trip, Sights & Tips
Malaysia Round Trip 2026: Best time to travel, sights, Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Borneo — honest travel report from 3 weeks on site.
Which Canary Island is right for you? Map & comparison
I've visited all seven main islands and I'll tell you honestly: The question isn't IF you should go to the...
My equipment in 2022 — What has changed?
As a travel content creator, my equipment is my most important tool. Over the years, I've spent thousands of euros on...
Van Life Croatia: The Ultimate Guide — Route, Campsites & Tips
Van Life Croatia Guide: Route from Zagreb via Plitvice Lakes, Zadar, Krka, Split to Dubrovnik. Campsites, costs, packing list...
Campervan Croatia Road Trip: Stops in Austria & Slovenia
Campervan road trip from Austria through Slovenia to Croatia: Hallstatt, Kranjska Gora, Bled, Ljubljana, Predjama and Trieste — route and...
Morocco Travel Report 2026: Experiences, Travel Warnings & Tips
Morocco travel report from Marrakech: 7 must-dos, honest experiences, travel warning for women, prices, negotiating and safety — all tips from 1 week.
Northern Spain Road Trip: Sights & Map
Northern Spain Round Trip 2026: Sights, map with regions, insider tips and route from Bilbao via Biarritz to Bordeaux — from...
Portugal road trip: Lisbon, Algarve & Porto by camper
Portugal road trip by campervan: Lisbon, Algarve, Porto and Peneda-Gerês — the most beautiful stops, sights, budget and route...
Andalusia Round Trip: 14-Day Route, Sights & Costs (2026)
Andalusia Round Trip 2026: 14-Day Route Granada → Seville → Córdoba → Costa de la Luz with Alhambra Tips, Marbella, White...
Motorhome Spain: Route, pitches, costs & safety (2026)
Motorhome tour through Spain: Complete route from Barcelona to Andalusia, best campsites for wintering, costs, safety and...
Southern France Road Trip 2026: Route, Map & Provence
Southern France Road Trip 2026: Complete route through Provence & Côte d'Azur with map, overnight stays and camping tips for self-drivers.
Türkiye Travelogue — Istanbul, Cappadocia & Aegean Sea
Türkiye Travel Report 2026: Istanbul, Cappadocia and the Aegean Sea in 3 weeks — route, costs, drone rules and first-hand tips.
Italy Campervan Road Trip: Tuscany, Amalfi Coast & more
Italy by campervan: Traveling through Italy by campervan – from Tuscany via the Amalfi Coast to Calabria....
Albania: Insider tip 2026: Europe's cheapest holiday destination
Albania Holiday 2026: A hidden gem with dreamlike beaches, affordable prices and authentic culture — my travel report with route, costs and map.
Switzerland by campervan: Mountain lakes, Alpine passes & campsites
Traveling through Switzerland by campervan: Exploring Switzerland by campervan is one of the most beautiful things van life has to offer...
Van Conversion Guide: Modules, Companies & Complete Instructions
Van Conversion Guide 2026: Complete guide with module tips, IKEA hacks, company options and all costs — from empty van to campervan.
Van Life Europe: 8 months & 12 countries in a campervan
Van Life Europe: The start of our campervan adventure through Europe. Tips for getting started with van life, equipment and route.
Camping in Croatia: The 15 most beautiful campsites (Istria, Krk)
Camping in Croatia 2026: The 15 most beautiful campsites in Istria, Krk, Kvarner Bay and Dalmatia — with costs and...
Greece Island Hopping: Route, Package Holiday & Ferries
Greece Island Hopping 2026: 14-day route through the Cyclades (Santorini, Mykonos, Crete) — including package holiday tips and ferry booking.
Croatia's hidden gems 2026: 9 places off the beaten track
Croatia's hidden gems: 9 places off the beaten track on the map. Croatia's hidden gems?
Digital nomads — Best places to work in South America
For over five years I have worked remotely as a content creator — and have built my own business on every continent...
The 15 best drone spots in South America
Drone Spots in South America: My Top 15 Locations – Costa Verde, Atacama, Lençóis Maranhenses. With GPS and flight rules for each country.
Booking travel influencers — business model, pricing & process for tourism boards
Booking travel influencers, pricing logic and booking process explained transparently — the B2B guide for tourism boards, hotels and brands.
Best travel camera: Beginner, hobbyist & professional tested 2026
Best Cameras for Travel Content — My Honest Equipment Guide I get asked hardly any question more often than: „Max, which…”.
South America packing list: Backpacking backpack for 3–6 months (8 kg)
The ultimate South America packing list — what you really need (and what can stay at home) I packed half a...
Best long-term travel health insurance 2026 — Honest comparison
Long-term travel health insurance 2026: ADAC, Hansemerkur, ERGO compared — an honest test after 8 years of long-term travel with claims experience.
Colombia Costs — How much does a trip to Colombia cost?
Colombia is one of the best value travel destinations in South America. I spent a total of 6 weeks in the country — from the...
Working remotely as a content creator — My experiences
Working remotely as a content creator — What I've learned in 3 years. Sounds like a dream, right?
Jericoacoara & Lençóis Maranhenses: Northern Brazil Roadtrip Guide 2026
Lençóis Maranhenses, Jericoacoara & Northeast Coast — the complete road trip guide for Brazil's Northeast with routes, travel times, costs and drone tips.
Travel photography tips — How to take better vacation photos
Travel photography tips: better vacation photos with smartphone & camera, poses, golden hour, drone, Lightroom editing — complete FAQ & SEO cluster.
Van Life Costs: What does a year of camper life cost?
Van life costs in Europe: What does a year in a campervan cost? Complete calculations, full-time van life reality, converted van costs, best countries...
Ilha Grande & Paraty, Brazil: Costa Verde Travel Report
Costa Verde Brazil — Rio de Janeiro, Ilha Grande & Paraty Travel Report 2026 The Costa Verde of Brazil is...
Angel Falls Venezuela: Discover Salto Ángel, Los Roques & Canaima
Backpacking in Colombia — Why this country will blow you away. Colombia was on my bucket list for years, but I...
Chile Round Trip: Atacama, Patagonia & Torres del Paine
Chile Travelogue: Atacama Desert, Torres del Paine & Patagonia — Complete Guide for a 2, 3 or 4 Week Self-Drive Tour with...
Salkantay Trek 2026: Elevation profile, map & self-guided trip to Machu Picchu
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: 5 days, elevation profile, stages, costs, equipment & booking tips. Best alternative to the Inca Trail.
Machu Picchu, Cusco & Rainbow Mountain Peru — complete itinerary & tips
Peru Travel Report: Rainbow Mountain, Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu — Complete Route, Costs, Safety & Tips for...
Backpacking in South America: Colombia, Ecuador & Peru in 11 weeks
South America Backpacking: A 3-month route through Colombia, Ecuador & Peru. Complete itinerary, costs, safety & highlights for backpackers.
Cuba Round Trip: Havana, Viñales & Trinidad — My Travelogue
Cuba Travel Report: Havana, Viñales, Trinidad & Caribbean — Complete Round Trip with Suggested Itinerary, Costs, Safety, Current Situation & Honest Reviews...
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