Who We Are
The Donovan Family — family travel, thoughtfully planned and joyfully lived.
We didn’t stop traveling when we had kids—we brought them along. From chasing waterfalls in Hawaii to hiking glaciers in Alaska to wandering Italy’s cobblestone streets, travel has become the way we learn, connect, and grow together.
Not every trip is seamless (someone always forgets sunscreen), but that’s part of the magic. We believe family travel doesn’t have to be perfect to be unforgettable—it just has to be intentional.
Meet the Tribe
Five travelers. Five personalities. One travel tribe.
Heidi
Logistics Officer
Hi, I’m Heidi—clinical psychologist turned travel storyteller. By day, I help people find their inner calm; by weekend (or whenever wanderlust calls), I’m chasing mine—usually somewhere outdoors with my husband and our three kids in tow.
After 20+ years of family adventures, I’m here to share the journeys, mishaps, and hard-earned travel hacks with you.
Bryan
Resident Historian
I’m Bryan—retired Marine Corps pilot, golf addict, and a proud member of the Buffalo Bills mafia. During my years in the military, I crisscrossed the globe, but nothing compares to the adventures I share with my family.
These days, my cockpit might be a kayak in Hawaii, a paraglider over the Alps, or the family SUV packed to the roof. Every trip is filled with laughter, tall tales, and memories better than any souvenir.
Callan
Culture Curator
Hi, I’m Callan—med student with a love for cultural immersion. While our travel styles don’t always match (parents = itinerary planners, me = go with the flow), I’ve learned that travel is more than stamps in a passport—it’s a way to learn and see the world through new eyes.
My summer research abroad in England deepened my appreciation for global perspectives—and gave me plenty of stories to share along the way.
Jake
Adventure Engineer
Hey, I’m Jake—college junior, business major, health enthusiast, and founder of my college weightlifting team. When I’m not in class or lifting, you’ll find me chasing my next adventure—from road trips in the Pacific Northwest to cliff diving in Puerto Rico.
Travel motivates me to seek out unique experiences, and I can’t wait to share the chaos, the laughs, and the once-in-a-lifetime moments with you.
Max
Leisure Expert
Hey, I’m Max—high school senior, dual-enrolled college student, and sports fan. Rainy days don’t slow me down—I’ll be mastering ping pong, juggling, or plotting our next adventure.
I’ve been globe-trotting since day one, and my favorite travel lessons come from moments like tubing snowy slopes, reeling in halibut in Alaska, and careening down an Alpine coaster in Germany. These aren’t just trips—they’re memories that stick with you.
Our Philosophy.
The best family trips aren’t the ones where eveythings’s goes according to plan. They’re the ones that give everyone something to remember. We plan thoughtfully, leave room for the unexpected, and choose experiences that help us connect with a place—and with each other.
That’s what you’ll find here: the triops we’ve actually taken, what worked, what didn’t and the practical details we’d want to know before doing it again.
Work With Us
Interested in partnering with D5TravelTribe? We’d love to hear about your destination, property , experience, or travel brand.
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