Tropea is worth a visit. Vibo Valentia Marina looks good, but we only saw it landside. We also ate well in Pizzo, which has a historic castle. Our sailing week took us to Lipari, Salina, Panarea and Stromboli, each with their own features! Off-peak is quiet, but there was enough to do. Locals friendly and helpful (we speak Italian)
Tropea is a beautiful city! If you want to visit Eolian islands, be prepared for ~30-40 nm passage for either Lipari or Milazzo for the night in a safe port.
Services in the port of Tropea is under renovation, next year (2020) it will become even better (local shop, chandlery etc etc)
You would probably ask for a shuttle service from/to r/w station, and in 2019 it is free for boaters.
Chances that I will come again are high :)