Airbnb, Colosseum and Romans

Local Romans not entertained by Colosseum becoming an Airbnb
The Roman Colosseum is a battleground again. The New York Times reports that local Romans are none too happy about Airbnb moving in and putting a lockbox on the front door of the 2000-year-old amphitheater.
Romans Are Not Happy With Airbnb’s New ‘Gladiator’ Experience at the Colosseum
Airbnb is hosting a real-life Gladiator experience at the Colosseum, and locals are not entertained.
Gladiator Training at the Colosseum? Airbnb Partnership Draws Criticism
A partnership between the Colosseum and Airbnb is causing a stir in Rome. The historic monument is offering a select group the chance to experience "gladiator training" inside its walls, an initiative many locals say undermines the cultural icon.
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 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.
Airbnb ‘Gladiator’ Experience at the Colosseum Prompts Outcry in Rome
It has probably been centuries since Romans have been so feverish about happenings at the Colosseum, and it is not because of the recent release of the Ridley Scott “Gladiator” sequel. A plan by the Colosseum and Airbnb to give a select few people the chance to unleash their “inner gladiator” at the most visited site in Italy has caused an uproar among many Romans who say its demeans a treasured cultural icon.

Italy, Airbnb

NBC Chicago21d
Are you not entertained?! Colosseum available on Airbnb for ‘Gladiator' experience
Yes, the iconic landmark in Rome will soon be taking reservations ... Booking requests can be made at Airbnb.com beginning Nov. 27, just days after the blockbuster movie "Gladiator II" hits ...
Local 12 WKRC Cincinnati19d
Airbnb invites guests into the Colosseum for a gladiator-style experience
ROME, Italy (WKRC) - The Roman Colosseum will see action for the first time in almost 2,000 years thanks to Airbnb's new sweepstakes, but some have called the event "demeaning" and "a publicity ...
USA Today21d
Airbnb, Paramount Pictures team up on free 'Gladiator II'-themed Colosseum experience
Airbnb is teaming up with Paramount Pictures ... But there is one catch: Transportation to and from Rome must be covered by the traveler. The request period closes Dec. 9 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
4029tv19d
Rome Colosseum gladiators again? Criticized Airbnb deal makes staged fights a reality
"Airbnb and other platforms offering short-term ... "In the end, tourism eats the essence of the cities, here in Rome, as in other capitals."Visiting from Naples, Salvatore Di Matteo saw the ...
7News Miami19d
‘We are not Disneyland’: Outrage in Rome over Airbnb ‘gladiator’ battles at the Colosseum
On one side of the arena is holiday rental giant Airbnb and the Colosseum Archaeological Park, which oversees the ruined structure, which is one of Rome’s most visited attractions. The two ...