So considering there are a lot of Europeans on these forums I figured this would be a good place to bring this up.
I want to plan a trip to Europe with my wife for sometime within the next 5 years (hopefully).
The main things I want to see are the World War I and World War II battlefields and monuments. Especially Normandy Beach and the Monument to the Battle of Belleau Wood (I am a Marine after all).
But I also want to get your guyses input on what are some legit things to do and see. And hopefully get some tips on some lesser known spots and restuarants and things that most tourists normally miss. I love small mom and pop style restuarants that are out of the way yet amazingly good.
So any suggestions would be excellent. Also if anyone knows anything about the best routes/transportation while in the various countries that would be great. I'm not sure how tough it is to be able drive in these countries if you are a tourist. I'm good at driving on the left side of the road as well for the countries that do that (Did it it Japan).
Thanks up front guys! Excited to see what you all suggest.