Anina
Monteforte

Born and raised in New York City, Anina Monteforte is a proud Latina whose deep love for culture, community, and connection has taken her to 55+ countries (and counting). Her journey into the world of luxury travel started in 2019 and has grown with Empress Travel Club.

In 2019, she founded The World Within Us Travels, a travel company rooted in sustainability, cultural immersion, and community empowerment. Anina has built relationships with women-led businesses, guides, and local partners from around the world to design immersive experiences that leave a positive impact on the destination.

Today, she specializes in group trips, honeymoons, and retreats intentionally crafting stress-free experiences. Her favorite destinations? Tanzania, Peru, Vietnam, Egypt, Morocco, and France.