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 Finance. 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 Finance. 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 Finance, you would have been in good hands; within just a short time of the volcanic ash disruptions, visitors to the M&S Finance 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."

There are lots of ways to save money using M&S Finance. Not least of these is M+S Standard Motor Insurance. With M&S Finance you can keep the cost of your Motor Insurance down by choosing Standard cover, over Premier Cover. UK Vehicle can then be added to your policy as optional extras, if you wanted to.

If you're thinking of adding both Breakdown Cover and Motor Legal Protection, then it would cost less to upgrade to Premier Motor Insurance cover from M&S Finance, which also has other features.

Nonetheless, many features are standard to both the Premier and the Standard Motor Insurance policies on offer from Marks & Spencer, and these include: Courtesy car (subject to availability); Loss, theft, damage and destruction of vehicle; Loss or damage to personal property in vehicle; Personal accident cover up to £10,000; Windscreen cover (£75 excess); a 24 hour claims service, and many other options as standard on each policy. In short, with Motor Insurance from Marks & Spencers Money, you get more, and you pay less.

Marks and Spencer 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 & Spencers 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 Finance website. With a simple, no-hassle service, you can compare features between a number of M&S Money Direct products and competitor's products, and sign up in just a few minutes.

Whether you're looking for savings products or M&S Finance loans, credit cards or Buildings & Contents Insurance - besides a number of other insurance products, M&S Finance 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 Finance 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 & Spencer insurance products in document format too.

Bordeaux 2006 - Case of 6, at Mark & Spensers
Grape variety: Merlot 75%, Cabernet Franc 15%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10% Country of origin: France Closure: Natural Cork Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 6 x 75cl Alcohol by volume: 12.5% vol Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.6 Alcohol units per bottle: 9.4 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Portfolio Pure Linen Sleeveless Belted Dress, at Marks & Spenser
Part of Portfolio's Shades of Paradise trend, featuring the earthy tones of nature combined with rich, tropical highlights. Elegant and feminine styling makes this a chic summer look

Daughter Sequin Shoes Birthday Card, at Marks and Spencers
Cover text: Birthday Wishes to a Wonderful Daughter Inside message: With lots of love on your birthday Approx size: 175 x 125mm This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future

Edwardian Lady Hand Finished Multipack of Cards, at Mark's & Spencer
Cover Text: Design 1: Just to say Cover Text: Design 2: Especially for you Both designs: blank for your own message Pack Contains: 6 cards, 2 designs Approx. Size: 200mm x 80mm

The Gum Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2008 - Case of 6, at Marks and Spencer
Style: Dry Grape variety: Sauvignon Blanc Country of origin: Australia Closure: Screw cap Suitable for vegetarians Bottle: 6 x 75cl. Alcohol by volume: 13.5% vol. Alcohol units per bottle: 10.1 Alcohol units per 125ml: 1.7 Contains sulphites You must be 18 or over to purchase this product This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

125 Years Pure Cotton Long Sleeve Check Shirt, at Marks and Spenser
Part of the Commemorative Collection, celebrating 125 years of M&S. Featuring smart styles inspired by our archives

Perfect Autograph Pure Cotton Straight Leg Jeans, at Marks & Spencer
Straightforward jeans at a no-nonsense price. The straight fit and modern styling make them a wardrobe must-have

Animal Print Square Bracelet, at Marks&Spencer
Animal print design Square beads

Pure Cotton Short Sleeve Spencer Motif Minishirt, at Marks and Spencers
Fun and fashionable, this spencer motif minishirt is made from soft breathable cotton for a comfortable night's sleep

Maxim Creamer, at Marks & Spencer
Nibbed Versatile fine dining range Pure white porcelain Suitable for everyday use Diameter 9.5cm Height 10cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Collezione Luxury Leather Messenger Bag, at Mark & Spencers
Whether you're heading off to school, work or simply the beach, keep your essential items within easy reach with the functional, stylish design of this great day bag

Blue Harbour Pure Cotton Short Sleeve Floral Shirt, at Marks and Spencer
This pure cotton shirt has been dyed using a special process to give an authentic washed down look which will fade fashionably with time and wear. Colour variations make each garment unique

Pure Linen Turn-Up Sleeve Check Shirt, at Mark's & Spencer
This fashionable top is made from super soft fabric that looks and feels great. Modern styling details give it a cool contemporary edge

Global Traveller Large Trolley Bag, at Marks & Spencer
Free 5 year guarantee Practical, smart and durable, this fully lined Global Traveller trolley bag can be carried or wheeled. It features a large front pocket and comes with a padlock for security

Double Breasted Funnel Neck Jacket, at Marks and Spencer
Smart and stylish, this double breasted funnel neck jacket makes a comfortable and practical choice

Silver Plated Crystal Stud Trio Earrings, at M+S
3 pairs Crystal stud design Assorted colour For hygiene reasons, refunds will only be given in accordance with your legal rights

Leather Tramline Riptape Shoes, at Mark & Spencers
Tramline design Square toe Stitch detail Riptape fastening Ruched feature Grip sole

Older Girls' Diamanté Tortoiseshell Sunglasses, at Mark & Spencers
Fun and fashionable, these diamant tortoiseshell sunglasses give 100% UV protection for safer style in the sun

Autograph Pure Silk Christening Dress, at Marks & Spencer
Beautifully embellished with floral embroidery, this special dress is so pretty. The soft silk will keep her feeling comfy and happy. With luxury in every detail, this is part of our exclusive Autograph collection

3 Newborn Pure Cotton Assorted Sleepsuits, at Marks & Spensers
Soft and snuggly, this practical pack of sleepsuits is great value! The cotton fabric is comfy to sleep in and popper fastenings make quick changes easy

Limited Collection Geo Beaded Hipster Bikini Bottoms, at Marks & Spencers
Smooth and sleek, these glamorous stylish bikini bottoms is designed in a fabulous flattering shape and detailed with a bead trim. A stylish, shapely look

PlayStation®2 The Sims™ 2 Castaway Game, at M+S
Explore caves, beaches, jungles and even a volcano Design and create items from the island's natural materials Discover the island's many secrets You must be 12 years of age or over to purchase this product 2007 Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. 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, ESRB Rating: Kids to Adults

Padded Drawstring Waist Hooded Gilet, at Marks and Spencer
Warm and cosy, this padded gilet features faux fur trim hood and a drawstring waist. A modern casual look

Sweet Lips Lipgloss, at M & S
Comes in a variety of colours

Perfect Autograph Cotton Rich Stormwear™ Military Mac, at Marks & Spencer
This mac has it all. Water repellent, with a Stormwear finish and fully lined for warmth, it's stylishly cut, too, with a sim fit and military detail

3 Cool & Fresh Pure Cotton Assorted Boxers, at Marks & Spencer
Made from soft breathable cotton, these comfy boxers are ideal for everyday wear

Body DD-G Tonal Print Bra, at Marks and Spenser
Sleek and stylish, this plain bra is smoothly finished, so there are no visible outlines under clothes. It's underwired and structured to give fuller busts great support and an enhanced natural shape. Designed for a streamlined silhouette

Autograph Pure Cotton Cargo Trousers with Belt, at M+S
Part of Kids' Autograph, a luxurious collection of beautifully designed clothing in high quality fabrics with superior finishing details. Kids' Autograph gives a stylish well-dressed look

Pure Evoke 2S DAB Radio, at Marks and Spencer
Frequency ranges: DAB Band III 174-240 MHz, L-Band 1452-1490 MHz, FM 87.5-108 MHz Timers: Sleep and kitchen timers Speakers: Two mid-range 3'' drive units + two 3/4 dome tweeters Audio power output: 15 RMS per channel; 30W RMS total Input connectors: 220-240V AC power socket (power cable supplied), ChargePAK connector, 3.5mm Line in for auxiliary devices. USB (mini B-type) connector for software upgrades Output connectors: 3.5mm headphone socket, 3.5mm line out (analogue) Controls: Alarm/timer, intellitext, ReVu, volume, tune, 5 dedicated one-touch presets, 1 combined preset, tone, info, menu, standby, source and mains power switch on rear panel. Alarms and timers: alarm with station or tone setting. Countdown timer for kitchen use. Sleep timer LCD Display: Organic LED (OLED) display for superior contrast and improved readability Mains power supply: 20-240V AC internal supply Battery power: optional ChargePAK E1 gives you up to 20 hours battery life Power consumption: In standby 0.95W (industry average 2.64W); in operation 3.2W (industry average 5.49W) Aerial: Removable telescopic aerial supplied Intellitext: For on-demand access to stored scrolling text from participating broadcasters, for instant access to information such as sports and news headlines Text scan: Pause and control scrolling text, giving you time to note down web addresses, competition phone numbers or song titles USB: Add new features as they become available via USB RDS: RDS support for station name display on FM and RDS scrolling text Charge Pak ready: For maximum convenience add the optional ''it and Forge'' ChargePAK™, for around 40 hours of portable DAB listening 30 presets: Save up to 100 station presets (50 DAB & 50 FM) ReVu: Pause and rewind live DAB radio for up to 15 minutes Alarm: Easy to use tone or radio alarm and sleep timer Connection: Connect an iPod/MP3 player or portable CD Dimensions: H21 x W29 x D12cm 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

Per Una Pure Linen Wide Leg Trousers, at M & S
Casual wide leg trousers in pure cool linen featuring a double button fastening

Besides Marks & Spencer Motor Insurance, M&S Finance Credit Cards and other financial products, M&S Finance Buildings & Contents Insurance deserves particular mention, with it being particularly good value for money, and providing extra insurance cover that many UK insurance companies either don't provide at all, or would charge extra for.

With M&S Finance Premier Contents policy, for example, student's belongings are not only covered at home, but also at college or university. Additionally, dependent relatives are also covered if their belongings happen to be in a nursing home. Even better still, your Marks and Spencer purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both M&S Finance Premier Buildings & Contents Insurance and Standard Buildings & Contents Insurance policies, you can choose to include Contents Away From Home. This option would then provide valuable cover all of your personal belongings on a worldwide basis.