Meet Tom Avery: From Polar Explorer to Curator of Extraordinary Journeys.
Record-breaking explorer, Guinness World Record holder, and founder of Verbier Exclusive, Tom Avery has spent his life pursuing the extraordinary. From the frozen extremes of the Arctic and Antarctica to the peaks of the Swiss Alps, his passion for exploration continues to shape unforgettable luxury experiences.
Avery became the youngest Briton to reach both the North and South Poles on foot. He is also one of fewer than ten people in history to complete the legendary Polar Trilogy, full-length expeditions to the North Pole, the South Pole and a coast-to-coast crossing of Greenland. Alongside his teammates, he earned two Guinness World Records for the fastest surface journey to the North Pole and the fastest crossing of Greenland, cementing his place among the world’s most accomplished modern explorers.
Some journeys change a person. Others change history. British explorer Tom Avery has accomplished both.
But beyond the records lies an even more compelling story. Years spent navigating some of the planet’s most unforgiving environments taught Avery that extraordinary experiences are never left to chance. They are built on meticulous planning, local expertise, resilience and an unwavering attention to detail.
That philosophy became the foundation of Verbier Exclusive. Founded by Avery in 2009 the company has redefined luxury hospitality in the Swiss Alps by combining exceptional private chalets with highly personalized service and unrivalled local knowledge. Rather than simply offering beautiful places to stay, Verbier Exclusive curates bespoke experiences, from private mountain adventures and world-class skiing to exclusive dining and wellness, designed around each guest’s individual aspirations.
Today, Avery’s greatest expedition may no longer take place at the Earth’s poles, but in creating journeys that inspire the same sense of discovery. His remarkable career serves as a reminder that true luxury is not defined by where you stay, but by the stories you take home, and that the spirit of exploration can be found just as easily in snow-covered peaks as it can in the world’s most remote landscapes.
Verbier Exclusive
Verbier Exclusive is a curator of high-end alpine experiences, offering a portfolio of over 20 exclusive chalets in Verbier, ideal for families, groups of friends, and corporate stays. With more than 30 years of hospitality expertise, the company combines exceptional accommodation with fully tailored services.
