Airbnb, Colosseum and Rome

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 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'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."
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.
A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome's Colosseum
A new promotion is sparking backlash among some housing advocates in Rome as the Roman Colosseum is set to host mock gladiator battles. ROME — The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights — albeit staged — for the first time in two millennia under a $1.
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Rome school board announces December meetings
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Caravaggio portrait, unseen for decades, goes on view in Rome
The portrait of Maffeo Barberini was first attributed to Caravaggio 60 years ago, but had not been publicly displayed until ...