How the Finer Things in Life Arrive

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Whether you're visiting our shop on board the Queen Mary, seeing us in cyberspace from afar, attending one of our teas or other special events...no matter how we connect, we strive to bring you the finer things in life. If you don't see what you're looking for here, please contact us. It is our pleasure to serve you.

Upcoming Events

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Click here to join our mailing list and be informed of upcoming events sponsored by Trans-Oceanic.

Southern California British Events Calendar

Updated regularly. Click on the flag for a PDF download.

Congratulations to Mark Perry and everyone at Big Ship Films for their great achievement with the world premiere of SS United States: Lady in Waiting. The film will premiere on PBS stations this month. Check your local listings and be sure to visit the film's web site.

Site Map

Shop on Board the Queen Mary

Visit our shop on board the Queen Mary, in the Main Hall on Promenade Deck. You'll find fine English China, British Royalty items, ocean liner collectibles, books, and more. Click on an image below to see just a selection of our vast inventory of things you want to have.

Teas and Other Special Events

We produce public teas on regular basis. Be sure to check the left hand column for our upcoming teas and other events.

We can also produce a private tea or other special event for you.

Tea can be the perfect social, celebration, or even business event. No, not a “tea party” (although we enthusiastically produce those, too). Afternoon tea, the relaxed but elegant (and very civilized) social activity.

Click here for more information on teas by Trans-Oceanic and other special events to fit your special occasion.

The First Royal Rendezvous

Trans-Oceanic knows how to celebrate an occasion. And the first meeting of the Queen Mary and Queen Mary 2 provided the opportunity to make it special with our charter of the Spirit for the very best view of the two historic ships. Click here for souvenirs and media from this event.

And when QE2 made her final port call to Los Angeles, we once again enlisted Spirit to give our friends and customers a unique once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Maritime History

If you're in love with the sea, it's all about the ships and, mostly, those who sailed on them. Here you'll find original content, links to maritime history sites, opportunities for discussion, and more. Click here or on one of the photos below.