Rome, Airbnb and Colosseum

Airbnb users to play gladiators in Rome's Colosseum, sparking mixed reactions over $1.5 million deal
The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights — albeit staged — for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5 million sponsorship deal with Airbnb that aims to promote “a more conscious tourism.
Clash swords in Rome’s Colosseum with Airbnb’s new live Gladiator experience
The legendary Roman arena is open for two, three-hour face-offs on 7 and 8 May 2025, with Gladiator fans randomly selected based on their answers and connections to the Colosseum – a monument “stained with the sweat and blood of gladiators past”.
A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome’s Colosseum
ROME (AP) — The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights — albeit staged — for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5 million sponsorship deal with Airbnb that aims to promote “a more conscious tourism.” But some ...
AirBnB users will play gladiators in Rome’s Colosseum under $1.5-million sponsorship deal
The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5-million sponsorship deal.
Airbnb opens gladiator experience after dark in the Colosseum
Airbnbs are typically synonymous with cozy getaways, but a new Icons experience from the homeshare company is putting guests right in the action with a new Roman gladiator experience in the Colosseum.
Historic Rome landmark's temporary closure causes uproar: 'Saddest thing I’ve seen in Italy'
While the Trevi Fountain in Rome, Italy, undergoes maintenance, officials have added a makeshift pool in place of the tourist spot, sparking reactions from travelers on social media.
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You Might Miss Out On One Of Rome's Most Iconic Tourist Attractions
Visitors to Rome during the remainder of 2024 will need to do more than ... walkway at the beginning of November that will ...
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Low pressure, dirty water possible during maintenance in Rome
The Water Department will be conducting necessary maintenance on the internal valves of the Coleman Mills Road water tank ...
Tourists in Rome now have a walkway to visit the Trevi Fountain but can't toss coins
Tourists in Rome won’t be allowed to toss coins over their shoulders into the Trevi Fountain, following tradition, though an ...
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Airplane returns to Rome airport after takeoff after hitting a bird, catching on fire
A flight to China was cut short after the aircraft caught on fire after it hit a bird soon after takeoff in Rome, airport officials said. The engine of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operated by China ...
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Red Cross blood drive at Uvanni dealership in Rome Nov. 16
ROME — A Red Cross blood drive will be held on Saturday at Uvanni Motors on Rome-Taberg Road in honor of 17-year-old ...
Tourists toss coins over a makeshift pool as Rome’s Trevi Fountain undergoes maintenance
Tourists eager to fulfill the fabled promise to return to the Eternal City are being forced to toss coins over a plastic ...
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Rome's Trevi Fountain gets temporary catwalk as famous landmark undergoes a cleaning
A suspended walkway providing tourists an up-close view of Rome's Trevi Fountain was unveiled Saturday, a temporary addition while the famous "La Dolce Vita" site undergoes a cleaning. The Baroque ...
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Bears treat Rome Odunze superfan to unforgettable weekend
Evie — who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in March — and her family experienced a special weekend that ...
Chocolate Festival Arrives at Eur: A Sweet Weekend in Rome
After flooding the Castelli Romani and the preview in Trastevere, the chocolate river arrives in the Eur district. Next ...