I’ve looked into this a bit, and I can honestly say there’s a difference, good aerial photography workshops really help you hone your skills and learn how to work with light, movement, and composition in real-world conditions. I’ve especially heard about Scott Jon Aerial Art and his photography tours in Western Australia, where the focus is not only on travel but also on hands-on drone practice and aerial photography in challenging and beautiful locations; they constantly provide feedback and show you how to improve your shots right on the spot.