We (2 adults) would like to take a car on a ferry between Reggio Calabria and Messina or Catania. Anyone have any experience with that route? I cant seem to easily find any info on line. Any suggested websites?
The ferry actually leaves from Villa San Giovanni, as I recall; it's a short drive from Reggio Calabria.
Check "Caronte & Tourist" for information on frequent ferry crossings from Villa San Giovanni to Messina: http://carontetourist.it/v3.0/timetables-and-fares-strait-of-messina-automobiles/
You can buy tickets online or at the ticket counter. The pre-embarkation access at Villa San Giovanni is chaotic (you need to cross some city streets). Take your time and you shall be fine. One-way fares are € 37.00