When you're shopping at Marks&Spencer online store for your summer outfit, or looking for furniture to give your home a makeover, then spend a moment to also consider products from M&S Money Direct. Offering everything from savings accounts and credit cards, to Buildings & Contents Insurance and Motor Insurance, there's a lot more going on at Mark & Spensers than you might imagine.

In particular, if you're thinking of travelling soon, then consider Travel Insurance from M&S Money Direct. With images of volcano ash still fresh in many traveller's minds, it's good to remember there were many travellers who ended up wishing they had spent just a few pounds extra to obtain travel insurance for their trip. Of course, unfortunately, after the event is too late!

In fact, had you purchased travel insurance from M&S Money Direct, you would have been in good hands; within just a short time of the volcanic ash disruptions, visitors to the M&S Money Direct website would have seen a message stating that although claims relating to volcanic eruptions are not normally covered by travel insurance, that on this particular occasion, they would "allow claims from UK customers affected by the volcanic ash that has recently grounded flights."

Marks & Spenser may not necessarily be the first name that springs to mind when you're thinking about renewing your Buildings & Contents Insurance or Motor Insurance, but Marks & Spensers do indeed offer a comprehensive selection of financial products, all of which are competitively priced, and all of which you can purchase directly from the M&S Money Direct website. With a simple, no-hassle service, you can compare features between a number of M&S Finance products and competitor's products, and sign up in just a few minutes.

Whether you're looking for savings products or M&S Money Direct loans, credit cards or Buildings & Contents Insurance - besides a number of other insurance products, M&S Money Direct can save you both time and money, with comprehensive information available at a click.

Free insurance quotes are available online for all of M&S Money Direct insurance products (Buildings & Contents Insurance, Motor Insurance, Travel Insurance, Wedding Insurance and Pet Insurance), or you may call if you wish to on the telephone number provided. Suffice to say that there is also plenty of information which you can download for each of the Marks and Spencer insurance products in document format too.

Shopping for financial products at M&S Money Direct UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks & Spencer online store. Here are just some of the financial products which can be purchased via the M&S Money Direct website:

• M&S Insurance: M&S Motor Insurance, M&S Buildings & Contents Insurance, M&S Life Insurance, M&S Wedding Insurance, M&S Pet Insurance, M&S Travel Insurance
• M&S Credit Cards: M&S Credit Card, M&S Premium Club Card
• M&S Loans: M&S Car Buying Plan, M&S Personal Loans
• M&S Money: M&S Travel Money for your trips abroad
• M&S Savings: M&S Everyday Savings Account, M&S Fixed Rate Savings, M&S Stocks & Shares ISA, M&S Cash ISA, M&S Unit Trust

Of course, many of these types of product can be purchased elsewhere too; however, once you begin to take a closer look at the products from Mark's & Spencer, it's easy to see that these are good financial products, at value-for-money prices.

And, just as importantly, contacting M&S Money Direct in the event of a query, or an insurance claim, is as easy as picking up the phone, or visiting the M&S Money Direct website.

Pure Linen Origami Tunic, at Marks & Spensers
This cool, pure linen tunic is fantastically versatile. Smart enough for any occasion, it also works brilliantly thrown over a swimsuit on the beach

Ruby Creamer & Sugar Bowl Set - Red, at Marks & Spencers
2 piece set Stripe design Sugar bowl H7 x diam 9.5cm Creamer H7.5 x diam 6cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Signature Natural Cotton Room Spray, at Marks & Spencers
15ml Deodorising spray Clear glass with attractive labelled design This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more , Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Indulgence Cushion - Chocolate Mix, at Marks & Spencers
Square shape Patchwork design Sequin detail Size: 43 x 43cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Domaine Des Garennes Minervois 2006 - Case of 6, at Marks and Spenser
Style: Full bodied Grape variety: Syrah, Grenache & Carignan Country of origin: France Closure: Natural cork Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 6 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 14% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 10.5 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.8 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

2 Younger Boys' Mr Men Swimming Shorts, at M & S
Fun and fashionable, these drawstring shorts fit comfortably and securely. Mr Men motifs add a fab finishing touch

SupimaŽ Pure Cotton Non-Iron Fitted Sheet, at M&S
Internationally recognised as the world's finest cotton Supima is renowned for its superior strength, enhanced durability and sumptuous feel High performance non iron finish offering the ultimate in easy care 180 thread count Single: W91 x L190cm, box length: 25cm Double: W137 x L190cm, box length: 25cm 5ft (king): W152cm x 200cm, box length: 25cm 6ft (Super-king) W183cm x L200cm, box length: 25cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Duvet Vacuum Storage Bag, at Marks and Spencer
Fits all duvet sizes Reduces the space needed for storage by up to 60% Works with a conventional vacuum cleaner Keeps your duvet clean Suitable for storing clothes, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

3 Pairs of Textured Microfibre Socks, at Mark & Spencers
These soft rib trim socks have added stretch for comfort and durability so they'll last wear after wear

Maternity Bump Band Leggings, at Marks & Spenser
Smart and stylish, these full length leggings are designed to flatter you and your bump. The stretch waist gives a neat, comfortable fit with room for growth. Enjoy your pregnancy in style!

Dinosaur Print Mule Slippers, at Marks & Spencers
Mule style Dinosaur print Flat sole Comes in sizes 4-13

Alice in Wonderland Book with Charm, at Marks & Spencers
This magical tale is beautifully illustrated, binging Alice's adventures to life. Lewis Carroll's popular tale has been retold with clear and simple test providing a wonderful introduction to Alice in Wonderland

2 Underwired Bras, at Marks and Spencer
Smooth and sleek, these moulded cup bras give a perfectly smooth outline under clothes. Underwiring and padding give an uplifted and enhanced natural shape

Autograph Chaton Drop Earrings Made With CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements, at Marks & Spencer
Hook fastening Drop style Made With CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements

Leather Case for ARCHOS 605 80GB & 160GB, at Marks and Spenser
Leather protective case Case allows access to all buttons Easily watch your videos with the convenient stand position Convenient belt clip ARCHOS player not included Suitable for the ARCHOS 605 80GB & 160GB M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information

Pure Silk Assorted Stripe Tie, at Mark & Spencers
Add a luxurious finishing touch with this smart assorted stripe tie in pure silk

Bonded Leather Collection - Oval Bin, at Mark & Spencers
Elegant waste bin Tubular shape Simple design suits most settings H30.8 x W31 x D23.5cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph Pure Wool Pinstripe Suit Trousers, at Marks and Spencer
Smart and stylish, these suit trousers are made from pure new wool for strength, comfort and durability. Ideal for sixth form wear

Play Toolbox, at Mark & Spencers
Suitable for ages 3+ Box contains: a ruler, saw, plier, spanner, screwdriver & a hammer Imaginative play This product conforms to EN71 and the Toy Safety Directive, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Autograph 3/4 Length Sleeve Ombre Print Top, at Marks and Spencers
Part of Autograph's Luxe Tradition trend. Luxurious and contemporary with a sense of British heritage, this trend features a soft colour palette, modern prints and beautiful fabrics. A sophisticated look for the new season

Ruffle Button Front Top, at Marks and Spencers
This short sleeve top is beautifully embellished with a ruffle front for a stylish modern look

Plaza Pencil Pleat Curtains, at MarksandSpencer
Pencil pleat Lined Comes in three drop lengths: short (137cm/54''), medium (183cm/72''), long (229cm/90'') Comes in standard 168cm/66in (STD) and wider 219cm/86in (WDR) widths How to measure for window dressings: Click here for a guide to measuring for curtains, pelmets and roman blinds., Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Football Manager 2008 PC Game, at Marks & Spencers
Football Manager 2008 PC is the next iteration of the prize-winning Football Manager series developed by world-respected studio Sports Interactive. The latest version of Football Manager will be fully updated for the new season and will allow players to select their favourite club or international team and guide them to glorious success by putting them through Cup matches, Leagues, European Championships and even major international tournaments, with over 5,000 playable teams from over 50 countries

Classic Collection Pure Cotton Short Sleeve Jersey Top, at M & S
Modern and stylish, this versatile top is made from soft easycare fabric and features a scarf neck design. A fashionable style with a comfortable, flattering fit

Sony RDR-HXD890 HDD DVD Recorder, at M&S
Memory 160GB capacity for a max recording of 455 hours (23 in HQ+ recording mode) onto the Hard Disk Drive Integrated Digital & Analogue Tuner: Provides access to all Freeview™ terrestrial digital channels, analogue channels and radio stations (subject to coverage in your area) HD Upscaling: Creates HD images from a non-HD source Region Code: Region 2 Pause Live TV: Pause live TV and press play whenever you're ready Series Link: With the touch of a button your recorder will automatically record all episodes of your favourite series and you will not miss anything during the season x-Pict Story: An enhanced Photo Slide Show feature which enables you to frame your photos with the appropriate look and feel through sound and transition effects, which can then be burnt to DVD USB Ports: 2 USB ports allow connection to PictBridge™ compatible printer, digital camera or other USB storage devices HDD Cam Connection: Record your memories onto the Hard Disk Drive and choose between different modes Digital Music Jukebox: Store and enjoy up to 999 of your favourite songs Connectors: HDMI, 2 x USB, S-Video Output, Composite Video Output, Digital Audio Output, S-Video, 2 Scart, G-link Dimensions: H7.5 x W43 x D29cm M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information Please Note: Freeview™ is not yet available to the whole of the UK. We advise that you check that your postcode area can receive the Freeview signal before ordering this product Please Note: To receive the full range of Freeview™ channels, customers should use an outdoor wide band aerial. Suitable portable TV aerials can be used to receive Freeview but the quality of the reception is dependent on the quality of the product and the signal area. Due to these factors you may not receive all Freeview channels when using an indoor aerial

Nintendo Wii™ Console with Disney Sing It Game Bundle, at M & S
Includes wireless Wii Remote, Wii Nunchuk and Sing It game with Microphone Sing it Game with Microphone: Disney Sing It is the new karaoke video game that allows fans to perform to 35 songs from Camp Rock, High School Musical, Hannah Montana, Miley Cyrus, Aly & AJ, Jesse McCartney and more Plays two disc formats in a single, self-loading media bay Features a processing chip from IBM and a graphics chip from ATI Completely backward compatible, all the way to the NES of the 1980s Built-in Wi-Fi access for easy connection to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection gaming service Online Wii Channel for news, weather, photo viewing, message boards and more Supports up to 4 GameCube controllers SD card slot Fully compatible with GameCube games Comes with A/V cable and UK power adapter

Sony PRS-ACL1 Cover with Light for Reader, at Marks and Spencer
Compatible with PRS-505 Reader eBook Please be aware that the features/specifications can differ from country to country M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

M&S 8 in 1 Accessories Pack for Nintendo™ Wii™, at M & S
8 accessories compatible with Nintendo™ Wii™ Includes accessories for Wii™ tennis, Wii™ baseball, Wii™ golf and Wii™ Mario cart Also includes 2 padlock straps, protector cover and controller grip for Wii™ control panel Please note- this product is not made or endorsed by Nintendo™ M&S is a member of the WEEE Distributor Take Back Scheme. Recycling your electronic waste has never been easier! Click here for more information This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Short Sleeve Round Neck Spongebob T-Shirt, at Marks and Spencer
Fans of Spongebob Absorb will love this crew neck cotton t-shirt featuring the popular character. A practical, easycare style.

Portfolio Leopard Print Shoulder Bag, at Marks and Spencer
Fashionable and practical, this leopard print shoulder bag is a useful accessory with bags of style!

M&S Money Direct Insurance: There are, quite literally, hundreds of companies in the UK from whom you can purchase insurance. Whether you're looking for the best deal on Motor Insurance, buildings and contents insurance, or even wedding insurance, it doesn't take long to find a company that will sell you a policy.

However, not all insurance companies, and certainly not all insurance policies, are the same. What may be standard on one insurance policy may be an optional extra on another, for instance; Motor Insurance and Buildings & Contents Insurance are especially like this.

For example, most home and contents insurance policies either ask you to provide the total cost of rebuilding your home plus the total value of your home contents, or they will set an upper limit. This may seem fine at the time, but, in the event of a claim on your Buildings & Contents Insurance policy, the values act as maximum limits, and so you may, in effect, be under-insured and not receive the full value of your insurance claim.

Fortunately, M&S Money Direct Insurance does not have these insurance limits, excepting liability and cash cover, and therefore you can not be under-insured.