Grana Padano is one of the most popular cheeses of Italy. The name comes from the noun grana, which refers to the distinctively grainy texture of the cheese, and the adjective Padano, which refers to the valley Pianura Padana.
Feb 23, 2007, 11:46 AM. Hey, While the Discover Card is increasingly accepted in CR, it still isn't common enough to be truly convenient. Visa or MC, are more commonly accepted. If you are worried about surcharges check with your bank to see if there are any charges for using your debit card in Costa Rica. Most bank debit cards can be used without additional fees in Costa Rica.
As of February 2006, the company announced that it would begin offering Discover Debit cards to banks, made possible by the Pulse payment system, which Discover acquired in 2005. Discover Card is the third-largest credit card brand in the United States, with nearly 61 million cardholders.