This week Gadling picked up another blogger Mike Barish who considers Lunchables unusual food.

When I browsed the week's offerings, money popped out as one of the prevailing themes. With the stock markets doing a roller coaster act, forgetting that the ups give riders a reprieve, it's no wonder.

• Scott's post on American Airlines possible plan to do àla carte pricing offers great suggestions for getting the most umph out of the dollars you fork over for flying.
• In another managing your travel money venture, Grant outlined how a person can take a short cut to Gold status for Hilton Hotels. Gold status offers more perks and deals.
• When it comes to traveling in Europe, Jeffery delved into how the current financial crisis might be making European jaunts a cheaper venture for Americans. Considering that I'm heading to Denmark in December, that's happy news.
• Aaron wondered just how rich he is and found out that he's the 730 millionth richest person in the world. His post points out how you can find out your own financial standing in the world. Perhaps the news will give you the feeling that you can afford at least a mini vacation to the next town over.
• And to round it off, although there is more, Jerry is on the quest for cheap travel in Iceland. He's already scored a $400 RT ticket. Not bad, Jerry.

Also, for anyone who is looking for some Gadling glory, check out our series Catching the Travel Bug. We're looking for your stories and will publish our reader submitted favorites.

Filed under: Arts and Culture, Business, Europe, Iceland, Budget Travel