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SWEDEN/ITALY: Gothenburg-based HVAC manufacturer Swegon has acquired the Italian air handling unit manufacturer Samp SpA. 
with its head office and production in Concorezzo outside Milan
Swegon CEO Andreas Örje Wellstam said that he saw a growing demand for specialised air handling solutions
seeing Samp as a perfect fit for growing its modular AHU business
“The acquisition of Samp does not only significantly strengthen our position in the Italian market
but it also provides us with a solid manufacturing base of modular AHUs for southern Europe,” he said
Swegon has subsidiaries and distributors all over the world and 19 production plants in Europe
The company employs 3,000 people and in 2021 had a turnover of SEK5.8bn (€540m)
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On the outskirts of Milan is the first indoor water park among the largest in Italy
which in December becomes a big Christmas Village with lots of lights
Perhaps soaking in the warmth of an enveloping pool
Spectacular illuminations shining all around and Christmas decorations enveloping the entire Park
Immerse yourself in the heated pools and enjoy a perfect mix of relaxation and fun
Forget everyday stress amidst water games and whirlpools
letting the warmth of the water and the energy of the holidays wash over you
Every moment will be an unforgettable experience
Don&#8217;t miss the most enchanting corner of the entire Park: the Family Pool
The warmth of the water combined with majestic glowing Christmas trees  will make you feel like you&#8217;re in a fairy tale
It is the perfect place to share moments of pure wonder with your family and loved ones
It is the Christmas Village   waiting for you at Acquaworld water park
the first indoor park in Italy and among the largest in the country
We are talking about more than 35,000 square meters of facility with pools, slides, wave pool and much more in one of the most well-known <a href="https://milanosegreta.co/en/milan-water-parks-en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_self" class="shortcode-outbound-link" data-has-ga="true" data-ga-type="click" data-label="https://milanosegreta.co/en/milan-water-parks-en/" data-action="text_cta_2" data-category="click_internal">water parks</a>
And why not give it a thought on a Saturday or Sunday
A swim in the magical world of Christmas among lights
lots of magic while you immerse yourself in relaxing indoor and outdoor heated water pools
Several events organized to celebrate the arrival of Christmas such as the Christmas Foam Party on Dec. 16 (presales already available <a href="https://acquaworld.it/it/shop/serale-evento" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>)
cocktails and lots of fun wrapped in the enchantment of Christmas
Looking for places surrounded by nature with great food
animals and maybe a pool to dip into to find some refreshment
How about going to one of the agritourisms near Milan
There are many nearby where you can have lunch in the green
rediscovering the beauty of places close to us
Here for you is our selection of  10 agritourisms worth trying
mountain pasture  days and wonderful  spa treatments
If you are looking for an elegant and classy nature retreat 
Nestled in the Abbiategrasso countryside, La Morosina farmhouse also produces <a href="https://milanosegreta.co/birra-artigianale-milano/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_self" class="shortcode-outbound-link" data-has-ga="true" data-ga-type="click" data-label="https://milanosegreta.co/birra-artigianale-milano/" data-action="text_cta_17" data-category="click_internal">craft</a> beer: La Morosina Agricultural Beer
The farm was founded in the 1600s as one of the first settlements in the floodplain of the Ticino River
Today the Agribirrificio with kitchen serves local dishes that respect tradition
The place is also ideal for spending the night
in fact it has very nice rooms ready to accommodate you
Another name among the agritourisms near Milan worth mentioning is the Il Tenchio estate
An ideal place to rediscover the Lombard gastronomic tradition
in the South Milan Park (15 km from the city)
An elegant place where events and weddings are celebrated
The farm covers an area of 25 hectares planted with rice
The facility also produces honey and salami
Overnight accommodations are also available here
A place in the green Brianza suitable for those who love nature
in addition to a cuisine linked to tradition
offers the opportunity to get to know different species of animals
You will meet turtles from the two artificial ponds
Why not spend a night there in the silence of nature
San Giacomo horse farm is one of the most important breeding farms in Italy
Here you can discover numerous show jumping horses
The farm has elegant dream suites for the B&amp;B formula
A good idea to spend a weekend among nature
where you can also rent bikes for an excursion in the northwestern outskirts of Milan
A <a href="https://milanosegreta.co/en/farmsteads-milan/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_self" class="shortcode-outbound-link" data-has-ga="true" data-ga-type="click" data-label="https://milanosegreta.co/en/farmsteads-milan/" data-action="text_cta_26" data-category="click_internal">farmhouse</a> with spa  surrounded by greenery
chromotherapy and Finnish sauna in the outdoor area overlooking the open countryside
An ideal place for those seeking the scents of nature and relaxation in a well-kept and very elegant environment
serves BIO dishes with zero-mile ingredients
love for their work and hospitality await you
Just  25 km from Milan is Cascina Pietrasanta
headquarters of the San Rocco Agricultural Cooperative for the protection of Lombard agriculture
where the farmhouse kitchen takes the diner to discover ancient and genuine flavors
Their gastronomic products are local and km 0 for an authentic and healthy cuisine
For a bath of nature to wellness this farmstead may be for you
The Casale is also the first Flower Farm in Italy.  Cut flowers are grown, mainly irises, <a href="https://milanosegreta.co/giardini-di-tulipani-vicino-a-milano/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_self" class="shortcode-outbound-link" data-has-ga="true" data-ga-type="click" data-label="https://milanosegreta.co/giardini-di-tulipani-vicino-a-milano/" data-action="text_cta_33" data-category="click_internal">tulips</a> and daffodils
The agriturismo is run by Niccolò Reverdini and Sebastiano Canavesio
joined by the valuable collaboration of Silvia
At La Forestina you will rediscover the flavors of yesteryear
the kitchen offers traditional rural Milanese cuisine
Both for vegetables and for cheeses and cold cuts
from cattle belonging to the Bovina Varzese breed (Slow Food presidium)
This place is not only perfect for cleaning your heart and soul from the city chaos
Close to Milan we also find the Agriturismo Tenuta Camillo
it dates back to the early 20th century and has the typical four-sided structure of Lombard farmhouses Here you will find nature
self-produced and cultivated products with great commitment and passion to bring the best of tradition to the table
Tenuta Camillo also has rooms furnished in a fresh
as well as apartments equipped with an eat-in kitchen
bedrooms and bathroom to experience a unique stay
whether for a day trip or to get away for a few days
Tenuta Camillo knows how to make your stay enjoyable