The clean, warm waters of the Indian Ocean, just off Australia's Kimberly Coast, have been home to one of the world's biggest pearl industries since the 1870s.

Timeless and elegant, who doesn't love pearls? Viva discovers the true beauty of this ocean wonder.

Jo Burzynska heads to Western Australia and uncovers some pleasant surprises in the vineyards of the Margaret River and beyond.

The waters off Australia's west coast are famous for whale spotting - with good reason, writes Doug Conway.

Yallingup, in Western Australia, is most famous for the waves that roll in from the Indian Ocean.

Unexpected locals add a touch of drama to stunning Quarram Nature Reserve, writes Pamela Wade.