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Max Haase in the media

Max Haase
Max Haase, Travel Creator (2025)

Press articles, TV appearances, radio interviews and awards: an overview of Max Haase's most important media appearances. According to the Medialabel ranking he is the No. 1 travel influencer in Germany. With 4M+ Instagram followers, Max Haase is one of the highest-reach travel creators in the DACH region.

#1
Travel influencer, Germany
4M+
Instagram followers
At a glance: Max Haase as a cooperation partner
Reach4M+ Instagram followers (Max) · 2.1M+ (Janet, @janetsworld3)
Countries visited82
Active since2013 (10+ years)
Collaborations500+ completed
Tourism BoardsNew Zealand Tourism, Visit Saudi, Türkiye Tourism Board and many more.
Brand PartnerVolkswagen R, NOMOS Glashütte, Hilton Hotels, Sony, Audi, BMW, Meliá, Rixos, Turkish Airlines and many more.
LanguagesGerman (native speaker), English (fluent), Spanish (fluent)
Specialty areasLuxury travel, drone cinematography, van life, kitesurfing, sports & adventure, destination marketing
EquipmentDJI Mavic 4 Pro, DJI Mini 5 Pro, DJI Osmo Action 6, Sony A7 V, Sony A7 IV, Tamron 17-28mm/28-200mm/50-400mm

Recent press mentions

National and international media presence

July 2026

Berliner Morgenpost (Funke)

Advice feature “Janet and Max travel separately: ‘Strengthening confidence in one's own abilities’,” published on July 9, 2026 in the Berliner Morgenpost (Funke Media Group) – online and in the print edition. Author Eva Meeks profiles Max Haase and his partner Janet on the topic of solo travel within a relationship, with commentary from couples therapist Nina Jares.

See the article in the Berliner Morgenpost

Also published at: WAZ, NRZ, Westfalenpost, Westfälische Rundschau, IKZ, Hamburger Abendblatt, Braunschweiger Zeitung, East Thuringian Newspaper, Thuringian General, TLZ, Harz Courier

Apr 2026

THE WORLD: Der Reiseguide (Contentway), 02.04.2026

Interview on page 43, section “Fernreisen & Wasserwelten” (long-haul travel and water worlds), in the special travel issue “Der Reiseguide” by Contentway, published on 2 April 2026 together with DIE WELT and online. In the interview with Kirsten Schwieger, Max Haase talks about travelling off the beaten track, his bucket list and goosebump moments in Venezuela and Peru. He describes encounters with local people and how he avoids overtourism by choosing less-visited places and the shoulder season.

Interview at Contentway · To the e-paper “Der Reiseguide”

March 2026

SWR Interview: ITB Berlin

Exclusive interview with Südwestrundfunk (SWR) at ITB Berlin about the role of influencer marketing in modern tourism and the future of the travel content industry.

July 2024

Der Spiegel / Dein SPIEGEL – Children's Interview

Exclusive interview in the youth edition of SPIEGEL about life as a travel influencer, the most beautiful travel destinations in the world and inspiring tips for young people who dream of traveling and content creation.

2022

Handelsblatt supplement “Travel Bliss” (2022)

Print supplement “Reiseglück”, travel special issue, published in 2022 as a supplement to Handelsblatt.

Radio & TV

 BR Radio Interview (2024)

Live interview about current travel trends, social media marketing and working as a professional content creator in the travel industry.

 Antenne Bayern Interview (2024)

Bavaria's largest radio station: Live interview about the most popular travel destinations for Germans, insider tips for the next vacation and the truth behind the influencer life.

Rankings & Awards

#1
Travel influencer, Germany
Media label & Likeometer
4M+
Instagram followers
@_maxhaase_
2.1M+
Followers of Janet
@janetsworld3
#12

Press contact

Press inquiries, interview requests and media partnerships are welcome with Max Haase. High-resolution press photos and a media kit are available on request.

[email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions about Press Contact

How can Max Haase be requested for a media interview?

For interview requests, expert statements, or panel discussions, please contact management exclusively at [email protected]. Please specify the topic, target audience, format (written, telephone, on-camera), and desired date. Management will respond within three business days. In exceptional cases, requests with less than 48 hours' notice may be accommodated.

What images are freely available for use by the media and press?

Authorized press materials are available upon request: professional portraits, drone action shots, equipment shots (Sony A7 IV, DJI Mini 5 Pro), and destination photos. Please request via email, the management will provide a press kit with high-resolution JPEGs (min. 5 MB) and suggested captions. Images may not be used without written permission.

On which topics does Max Haase provide expert statements?

Thematic expertise: Influencer marketing in tourism (ROI, KPIs, campaign types), the creator economy in Germany, travel content production (drone photography, equipment), luxury travel destinations (82 countries visited), social media algorithms for travel content. Max Haase is available as a contact person for journalistic inquiries on these topics.

Does Max Haase have experience with TV or podcast formats?

Yes. Max Haase has been a guest on several podcasts about the creator economy and travel influencer marketing. He has experience with on-camera interviews and remote setups (Zoom, StreamYard). For productions with specific technical requirements, please clarify in advance. Travel for TV shoots is possible by arrangement.

Can media outlets request exclusive story rights for specific travel reports?

Exclusive first-run rights for specific destinations or travel experiences can be negotiated, for example, being the first German-language media outlet to report on a particular trip. Please submit inquiries early, at least six weeks before your planned trip. Exclusivity comes at an additional cost and excludes other media partnerships for the agreed-upon duration.