Visiting The Hacienda Doka Coffee Farm—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Alajuela, Costa Rica
We describe the most memorable aspects of the traditional Hacienda Doka Coffee Farm near Alajuela, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
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