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 ...
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‘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 ...
Airbnb's idea to hold gladiator battles in Rome's Colosseum isn't going down well with some local lawmakers
Massimiliano Smeriglio, Rome's councillor for culture, objected to Airbnb's idea, saying the Colosseum "must not be debased ...
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A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome’s Colosseum
The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5 million ...
Pompeii archaeological park sets daily visitor limit to combat overtourism
The Pompeii archaeological park in Italy plans to limit visitor numbers to 20,000 a day and introduce personalized tickets ...
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Outrage Over Airbnb’s “Gladiator Experience” in Rome’s Colosseum
Airbnb will start taking booking requests next week for an “exclusive gladiator experience” to be held in the Colosseum next spring, sparking outrage among some Italian officials who say the event ...
Company faces nearly $1M fine after workers illegally damage national park area: 'Disturbing numerous archaeological features'
The potential penalty should send a clear message to Avista and any other utilities with tree-cutting projects lined up.