In June of 08, I hope to go to Normandy with my brother to visit the beaches, and graves of our soldiers. I would also like to visit Paris, the Black Forest, other significant wartime sites, the Mercedes Museum, et al. I plan on being there for 2 weeks and wonder if I have to have an "international" drivers license to rent, or drive a car. Is it hard to obtain a room at that time of year at hotels, and is the language a big problem? I am not afraid of a challenge, but is it doable ? This is probably the last time in my life to do this and hope to make it a trip to remember. Any suggestions will be appreciated.

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