MSC World Europa | 🇮🇹 Messina Port Day

Just a viewing platform and a church… feels like you’d be done in an hour max 😅. The city center is just across the street from the port, with the simplest boarding gate ever 🚪😂. If you’ve got the energy, definitely head to Taormina instead—it’s way more worth it! Quick Messina Walkthrough 🚶‍♂️ Port Exit → Clock Tower (chimes every so often, cool decorations) 🕰️ Viewpoint → Panoramic views of the harbor & MSC World Europa 🚢 (great for photos 📸) Catalani Church → Pink-hued interior, small but unique 💒 Espresso Break → Any café will do—this is Italy, after all! ☕ Why Taormina? 🌿 If you’ve got 4+ hours before sailaway, Taormina is a must: Greek Theatre 🏛️ – Stunning sea & Mount Etna views 1 Corso Umberto 🛍️ – Charming streets, boutique shops, Sicilian ceramics Isola Bella 🏝️ – Tiny "Love Island" with crystal-clear waters Granita + Brioche 😋 – A Sicilian breakfast staple (lemon or coffee flavor!) Pro Tips 💡 Last Return Shuttle? 🚌 Check ship time—don’t miss boarding! Taxi to Taormina 🚖 ~€80-100 roundtrip (split with others if possible). Ship Views 🌅 – Balcony cabins on the port side get the best docking scenes! Verdict: Messina’s a quick stop, but Taormina? Pure Sicilian magic ✨ #MSCCruise #SicilyTravel #MSCWorldEuropa