Besides Marks & Spencer Motor Insurance, M&S Money Direct Credit Cards and other financial products, M&S Money Direct 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 Money Direct 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 Spencers purchases are also protected while you take them home.

Also, on both M&S Money Direct 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.

When you're shopping at M&S 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 Marks & Spencer 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."

M&S Money Direct offers a variety of financial and insurance products, but Motor Insurance is something that almost everyone needs - at least if you own a car. Unfortunately there are so many companies offering Motor Insurance today that, after a while, one policy may begin to look much like the next.

Thinking that most Motor Insurance policies are much the same is usually a bad idea. At worst it can be a very expensive mistake - this is when you find out that your Motor Insurance policy doesn't actually cover you for what you thought it did, or it takes your Motor Insurance company months and months to argue over whether to pay you or not. Fortunately M&S Money Direct Motor Insurance is not like that at all, and when you compare M&S Motor Insurance to the competition then it stacks up quite nicely.

For example, here are just some of the options which come as standard with Mark & Spensers 5 Star Premier cover Motor Insurance (correct at May 2009), which are quite often not included with comparable Motor Insurance plans from companies such as Direct Line, Sainsburys, or Tescos:

• Personal UK and European Breakdown Cover automatically included
• Comprehensive cover for trips abroad in the European Union - up to 90 days per trip
• Courtesy car during approved repairs automatically included
• Cover for Motor Legal Protection automatically included

So, it is clear that, besides being good value, M&S Motor Insurance also provides much more extensive cover than some of the top competitors. Additionally, you don't even need to be behind the wheel to benefit from M&S Money Direct UK and European Breakdown Cover, since it covers you as a passenger too.

Autograph Leather Block Heel Boots, at Marks and Spencers
Pointed toe Stitch detail Knee high Block mid heel Heel height: 75mm Comes in sizes 3-8, including half sizes

Snake Print Bikini Top, at Mark & Spencers
Gorgeous and glamorous, this fashionable bikini features a striking snake print. A sleek, shapely look

Mini Limited Floral Print Dress and Leggings outfit, at M & S
Mini Limited is a collection of cute fun styles designed in the latest looks. The casual, contemporary pieces are comfortable, easy to wear and perfect for layering

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

Linen Blend Origami Design Skirt, at Marks&Spencer
The pretty stitch detail and flattering fit on this cool skirt with linen adds an extra feminine touch to a summer classic

Indian Summer Collection - Floral Hurricane Lamp, at Mark & Spensers
W17 x D17 x H22.5cm Frosted baroque design Comes with candle and sand Hand decorated Burning time: Approx 65 hours, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Children's Party Platter, at Marks & Spencer
Contains 16 quarters plus veg batons Serves 4-6 4 different sandwich fillings Ready to eat Made in a factory that uses sesame ingredients As featured on page 8 of the Food to Order brochure Order by 5pm to collect in 2 days Available for collection in the majority of our UK mainland stores

Classic Voices CD, at Mark & Spencers
Audio CD, Marks & Spencer

Blue Energy Mini Eau de Toilette, at Marks & Spensers
30ml This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Cross Dye Quilted Bedcover, at Marks and Spencer
Stitch detail Padded Medium: 150x200cm Large: 260x265cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Non-Stick Large Oven Tray, at MarksandSpencer
Non-stick Teflon coated Dimensions: L38 x W30 x D4.5cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Per Una 3/4 Sleeve Empire Line Knitted Top, at MarksandSpencer
An elegant 3/4 sleeve knitted top featuring button detail, the empire line makes it extra stylish.

Isis Woman Purse Spray 25ml, at Marks and Spencer
Eau de toilette perfume 25ml This product is not available for international delivery. Find out more

Per Una Check Lace Brazilian Knickers, at Marks and Spenser
Feminine and delicate, these stylish brazilian knickers feature a lace design. The modern Brazilian style gives a close fit and a flattering shapely look. Pretty everyday fashion

Autograph Essentials Ribbed Pencil Skirt, at Marks and Spencer
Fashionable and contemporary, this pencil skirt features a ribbed design. Exclusive, luxurious and beautiful

Per Una Short Sleeve Pleated Top, at Marks and Spencer
An elegant short sleeve top in a soft cotton blend featuring a tie neck

Indian Summer Pure Cotton Sequin Stripe Table Runner, at Mark's & Spencer
Sequin detail Stripe design Dimensions: L230 x W33cm, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Silver Plated Slinky Knot Choke Necklace, at Marks & Spencers
Clasp fastening Adjustable length Choke design Knot detail Necklace length 41cm, extendable by 8cm

Perfect Tuck Belted Dress, at Mark's & Spencer
The A-line silhouette of this shift dress flatters all ages and shapes, while the pleat neck adds key detail for autumn

Chuggington Puzzle, at Marks & Spencer
Suitable for ages 3+ 40 pieces This product conforms to EN71 and the Toy Safety Directive, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Children's Party Platter, at Marks and Spencer
Contains 16 quarters plus veg batons Serves 4-6 4 different sandwich fillings Ready to eat Made in a factory that uses sesame ingredients As featured on page 8 of the Food to Order brochure Order by 5pm to collect in 2 days Available for collection in the majority of our UK mainland stores

Underwired Piped Bikini Top, at Marks & Spencer
Stunningly stylish, this flattering bikini top is underwired for a flattering, supported shape. The ultimate in poolside glamour

Pure Cotton Eco Warriors Bedset, at Marks & Spenser
Eco warriors design Includes 1 duvet cover and 2 pillowcases, Manufacturer: Marks & Spencer

Gold & Cream Car Wedding Card, at Mark's & Spencer
Cover text reads: Just married Inside message: With love on your special day This card is made with material from FSC certified sustainable forests. Protecting the world's forests for the future Approx size: 175 x 127mm

Harvard Aftershave & Shower Gel Gift Set, at Marks and Spencer
1 x 100ml aftershave 1 x 100ml shower gel

5 Older Girls' Pure Cotton Assorted Shorts, at Marks & Spensers
Cute and trendy, this pack of 5 cotton briefs makes a great way to stock up on essential style

Panasonic SC-PT470 DVD Home Theatre with iPod Dock, at Marks & Spensers
1080p Up-Conversion with HDMI Number of Output Channels: 5 + Subwoofer (5.1) Output Power : 1000W (RMS) Styling to match Panasonic Viera Flat Panel Televisions and Easy to Use VIERA Link Theatre Integrated Universal Dock for iPod Enjoy Your iPod Music & Video Built-in Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro-Logic II and DTS Decoders USB Terminal for MP3, WMA, JPEG and MPEG4 Playback Front speaker dimensions: W9.2 x H12.8 x D8.1cm Centre speaker dimensions: W12.5 x H9.4 x D8.1cm Surround speaker dimensions: W9.2 x H12.8 x D8.1cm Subwoofer speaker dimensions: W15.3 x H41.5 x D25.7 cm

Funnel Neck Half Zip Fleece Jumper, at Marks & Spenser
Fashionable and practical, this comfortable fleece features a half zip fastening for a stylish modern look

Per Una Flower Crochet Jersey Top, at Marks&Spencer
A beautiful cap sleeve top featuring crochet design finished with a scalloped trim

Per Una Stripe Bolero with Vest, at M & S
A fashionable 3/4 length sleeve bolero with stripe design. It comes with a matching plain vest

Shopping for financial products at M&S Money Direct UK website is just as simple as shopping for fashion or furniture at the Marks and Spencers 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 Marks & 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.