Airbnb wants gladiator battles in Rome's Colosseum

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 local lawmakers
Airbnb is planning to host gladiator fights in Rome's Colosseum.Selected guests will be able to take part in candlelit mock battles dressed in gladiator garb.Some local lawmakers, meanwhile, aren't happy about Airbnb's event idea.
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