Strong dollar makes it a good time to be an American in Europe

Congestion at airports around the globe is making international travel a big headache this summer. 

But if you can make it from the U.S. to Europe, everything from croissants to taxi rides to luxury goods will be cheaper than they have been in decades, thanks to a strong U.S. dollar. 

Given overcrowding at airports and the current unreliability of flight times, not to mention elevated airline and hotel costs, travel experts don't suggest booking a trip to Europe if you don't already have one planned.