Buying a Milan Bus Ticket

Text on the meme

could not for the life of me figure out how to buy a bus ticket in Milan. it was literally easier to get a shell 😆 SELEZIONE SELECTION PAGAMENTO CARTE CARDS

What it means

A ticket machine in Milan displays a confusing touchscreen interface with a full on-screen keyboard, while the caption jokes that obtaining a seashell was easier than buying a bus ticket. It is a relatable travel reaction meme about confusing public transport machines and frustrating tourist experiences.

Objects

bus ticket machine / автомат для покупки автобусных билетов touchscreen / сенсорный экран on-screen keyboard / экранная клавиатура card reader / считыватель карт keypad / клавиатура с кнопками payment terminal / платёжный терминал blue screen / синий экран Italian and English labels / итальянские и английские надписи