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 stunt.

It's not available for an overnight stay, but guests can request a three-hour private experience at the Colosseum that will take place on May 7 and May 8 for up to 16 guests per day. Booking requests ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Online vacation rental service Airbnb recently announced that users can book the Colosseum in Rome as their newest experience. Yes ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A general view of the Airbnb logo at the office of Airbnb Germany GmbH on Neue Schoenhauser street. Jens ...

Train in the art of gladiator combat as you face off against fellow warriors in this exclusive nighttime experience where you will have the famed arena all to yourself. A few lucky individuals will ...

You might not think anyone would want a "gladiator experience." All those heavy shields and stifling steel helmets. And, of course, the spear wounds and … goring. But the authorities that oversee Rome ...

They’re not putting the “glad” in gladiator. 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 ...

Yes, the iconic landmark in Rome will soon be taking reservations...kind of. It's not available for an overnight stay, but guests can request a three-hour private experience at the Colosseum that will ...