MSC Europa | One-Day Trip to Messina, Italy 🇮🇹
✨ The highlight of this stop is Taormina—a stunning coastal town on Sicily’s east coast and the dreamy filming location for The White Lotus Season 2! 🌿🏖️ 🚂 Port Transportation ✔ Train Tickets: Book in advance on Omio or Trip.com (don’t forget to check in!). ✔ Walking: Just 10 mins from the port to Messina Centrale Station. ✔ Pro Tip: Board early to grab a seat—otherwise, you’ll be standing! ✔ Best Views: Sit on the left side for breathtaking coastal scenery. 🌊 Plus, the train has charging ports! 🔌 🚍 From Taormina Station: Interbus shuttles go uphill, but they’re often crowded & unreliable. Taxi Hack: Easily grab one (Uber works, or just wave—they’re all Mercedes! 🚖💨). Hiking? Possible but steep—skip if you’re not up for a workout! ⛰️ 🏝️ Taormina Highlights Must-See Route: 📍 Messina Gate (Historic entrance!) 📍 Taormina Cathedral (Gorgeous architecture ⛪) 📍 Piazza IX Aprile (Perfect for photos! 📸) 📍 Belvedere di Via Pirandello (Heart-shaped bay view! 💙) 📍 Ancient Greek Theatre (€12, but worth it for the epic sea & Mount Etna backdrop! 🏛️🌋) 💭 Vibes: A mix of Sicilian charm (stone houses, flower-filled streets 🌸) and luxury shopping (hello, designer stores! 🛍️). 🔙 Return to Messina After exploring, head back and stroll around Messina—it’s low-key but lovely! #HiddenGems #ItalyTravel #Sicily #MediterraneanVibes #CruiseLife #Taormina #TheWhiteLotus ✈️🌊🍋🌞