Amazing Aerial Magazine

A rock formation in the Nafud region in Saudi Arabia, photographed at sunset. Bastian has spent years exploring the deserts in the region, capturing the diverse landscapes and hidden treasures. © Amazing Aerial / Bastian Brüsecke

A One-Man Flying Machine Over the Sand Dunes

Bastian Brüsecke is a photographer with a unique mission: documenting the beautiful landscapes and cultures he encounters while flying over the Arabian and Iranian deserts on a paramotor. We spoke with Bastian, one of Amazing Aerial’s newest members, about his work.

community spotlight droning tips travel Sep 18, 2023

Last year, Amazing Aerial team member Johan Vandenhecke got a special permit to fly his drone in part of Greater Kruger National Park. We share his journey in a video story including footage from his trip.

Greater Kruger National Park, Caught On Drone Video

Last year, Amazing Aerial team member Johan Vandenhecke got a special permit to fly his drone in part of Greater Kruger National Park. We share his journey in a video story including footage from his trip.

nature travel video stories Apr 10, 2023

Early morning swimmers at Dalebrook tidal pool. Cape Town’s tidal pools attract a passionate community of swimmers who brave the cold water. © Amazing Aerial / Jay Caboz

Eco-Friendly Cape Town Tidal Pools Shine in Drone Photos

Cape Town’s tidal pools received a much needed refresher after the city switched to eco-friendly cleaning methods. The result, seen in photos by Amazing Aerial drone photographer Jay Caboz, is a rejuvenated ecosystem and community.

environment features travel Feb 01, 2023

Aerial view of a jetty in Rovinj, Croatia

Croatia, Through Amazing Aerial's Viewfinder

Everyone is talking about Croatia’s football team, but another important team is partially based in Croatia—the Amazing Aerial team! Here is what we want the world to know about Croatia, which many of us call home.

community spotlight travel Dec 15, 2022

Poachers using drones in National Parks

Exclusive Drone Photos From Greater Kruger National Park

Anti-poaching laws ban drone photography in South African reserves, but Johan Vandenhecke, one Amazing Aerial photographer, got special authorization to take off.

features nature travel Dec 06, 2022

Aerial view of incense workers sits surrounded by thousands of incense sticks, where the sticks have been traditionally made for hundreds of years in Quang Phu Cau, Hanoi, Vietnam.

Flying Over Vietnam's Seas of Incense

Vietnam's incense fields are more than pretty photographic backdrops, they are part of an important industry and ancient spiritual practice.

features travel Nov 09, 2022