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 with Airbnb.

Eight users of the Airbnb, along with their guests, will have the chance to participate in mock gladiator battles following the same underground route used by the original gladiators to reach the aren

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.