Airbnb wants gladiator battles in Rome's Colosseum

Airbnb Plans to Host an Immersive ‘Gladiator’ Experience in the Colosseum, and Politicians in Rome Are Furious
The short-term rental giant will help pay for the Colosseum Archaeological Park’s educational programs in exchange for use of the monument
Airbnb wants gladiator battles in Rome’s Colosseum — but locals are appalled: ‘We are not in Disneyland’
Airbnb has drawn plenty of ire in Europe of late, but now the short-term rental giant has outraged local lawmakers after inviting visitors to partake in a series of mock gladiator battles in Rome’s Colosseum. The event is part of a $1.5 million deal between Airbnb and the Colosseum Archaeological Park that oversees the wonder.
Airbnb's idea to hold gladiator battles in Rome's Colosseum isn't going down well with some local lawmakers
Massimiliano Smeriglio, Rome's councilor for culture, objected to Airbnb's idea, saying the Colosseum "must not be debased in the eyes of the world."
‘We are not Disneyland’: Outrage in Rome over Airbnb ‘gladiator’ battles at the Colosseum
Plans to offer Airbnb customers the chance to take part in gladiator-style battles in Rome’s Colosseum have been decried as an insult to the UNESCO-listed ancient arena.
Airbnb’s Free Gladiator Experience At The Roman Colosseum Sparks Local Backlash: ‘We Are Not In Disneyland’
Some Rome locals disapprove of Airbnb’s 2025 Colosseum experience, inspired by the box office release of ‘Gladiator II.’ The president of Rome’s Culture Commission, Erica Battaglia, worries that Airbnb’s Colosseum event doesn’t match the historical landmark‘s stature.
Outrage ensues in Rome over Airbnb's gladiator 'battles' coming to Colosseum
The Colosseum and Airbnb are facing backlash from some Italian officials and residents after announcing a partnership to bring back gladiator "battles" in Rome for two nights only.
Airbnb’s gladiator experience at the Colosseum leads to outcry in Rome
Airbnb is giving people a chance to role-play as gladiators as part of a film promotion — to the dismay of some locals.
A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome's Colosseum
Under the deal announced last week by Airbnb and the Colosseum, the sponsorship by the short-term rental giant will cover the renewal of an educational program inside the ancient Roman amphitheater covering the history of the structure and gladiators.
Airbnb Faces Backlash for ‘Demeaning’ Gladiator Colosseum Experience
Created in partnership with Paramount Pictures, the exclusive gladiator offering follows on from Airbnb’s donation of $1.5 million to support the restoration of the Colosseum, a move the San Francisco company plans to repeat at heritage sites across Europe. The pushback to the Colosseum experience was firm and immediate.
Airbnb draws criticism for allowing tourists to fight like gladiators at the Coliseum
An Airbnb tourism offering lets visitors dress up and even fight like ancient Roman gladiators at the Coliseum. Some Roman politicians don't approve.
Airbnb’s Free Gladiator Experience At The Colosseum Receives Local Backlash
Some Rome locals disapprove of Airbnb’s 2025 Colosseum experience, inspired by the box office release of ‘Gladiator II.’ The president of Rome’s Culture Commission, Erica Battaglia, worries that Airbnb’s Colosseum event doesn’t match the historical landmark‘s stature.
Airbnb is offering wannabe gladiators the chance to play-fight in Rome’s Colosseum. Romans aren’t happy about that
Airbnb might not be able to arrange an overnight stay in the Colosseum, but it will let you fight there. The vacation rental ...
Airbnb, Paramount Pictures team up on free 'Gladiator II'-themed Colosseum experience
Airbnb announced a collaboration for a special experience inside the Roman Colosseum with Paramount Pictures ahead of the ...
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Gladiator tourists at the Colosseum under the aegis of Airbnb: it doesn't get more kitsch than this. You don't sell out for a fistful of dollars
Rome is rebelling against the indecent agreement of the Colosseum Archaeological Park with Airbnb to promote ...