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Four wheels, a wedding and a funeral: World's wackiest drive-thrus

By Jennifer Newton
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15 Oct, 2018 01:06 AM4 mins to read

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Aim for the hole: Donut Hole drive-through in LA has had a number of overwhelmed drivers drive into the side of it. Photo / Carol M. Highsmith, Getty Images

Aim for the hole: Donut Hole drive-through in LA has had a number of overwhelmed drivers drive into the side of it. Photo / Carol M. Highsmith, Getty Images

It's amazing what you can do from the comfort of your own car - as these incredible pictures show.

They reveal a whole world of quirky stop-offs, from funeral homes to nativity scenes and banks.

Scroll down and you'll be driven to distraction.

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The Donut Hole, California, USA

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Shaped like two giant donuts, the Donut Hole is perhaps unsurprisingly the most photographed donut shop in the United States.

But many motorists have been totally overwhelmed by the iconic bakery and lose their concentration.

This means 'fender benders' are not uncommon.

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#005 finally a drive through I can get around, 10 Doz. thanks #getshucked #brunyisland

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Get Shucked, Tasmania, Australia

A locally-owned oyster farm and shop, Get Shucked first started selling its produce through a window.

That's so that customers could munch on the food while taking in the stunning scenery.

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It is located on Bruny Island off the south west coast of Tasmania in Australia, which is known for its delicious oysters.

New Orleans' Original Daquiris drive-thru

Although drink-driving is illegal in Louisiana, motorists are still able to go into the New Orleans Original Daiquiri drive-thru.

Here drivers can pick up a frozen cocktail for their passengers or a drink to save for when they reach their destination.

However, state rules mean that cups must have a lid without a straw, which should also prevent any spillages.

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A mourner drives past Aishoden Funeral Home, Japan. Photo / Kyodo, Getty Images
A mourner drives past Aishoden Funeral Home, Japan. Photo / Kyodo, Getty Images

Aishoden Funeral Home drive-thru, Japan

Although it's not the most personal way to grieve, the Aishoden Funeral Home drive-thru allows mourners to pay their respects without leaving their car.

It is said to be designed for those who are unable to attend the funeral of a loved one due to old age, disability or illness.

Guests are asked to stop by the receptionist's window to hand over their condolence offerings.

A drive-thu a manger: New Jersey's Sayre Woods Bible Church has a nativity scene for motorists. Photo / Sayre Woods Bible Church
A drive-thu a manger: New Jersey's Sayre Woods Bible Church has a nativity scene for motorists. Photo / Sayre Woods Bible Church

The Christmas Story drive-thru, New Jersey

Each year, members of Sayre Woods Bible Church in Old Bridge, New Jersey, put on a drive-thru Christmas Story.

The experience involves an outdoor display of life-size scenes depicting events from the Bible.

Drivers are given a CD of Christmas music and narration to play as they journey through the elaborate show.

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Fast cash: A drive-through bank. Photo / Thomas Trutschel, Getty Images
Fast cash: A drive-through bank. Photo / Thomas Trutschel, Getty Images

Bank drive-thru, London

Waiting in line to use the ATM can be a frustrating process,

But Metro Bank introduced London's first drive-thru bank in 2015, which is based in the heart of Southall and allows customers to carry out cashier services from the comfort of their car.

Those wanting to do so can withdraw cash, request an overdraft or even apply for a mortgage without getting out of their vehicle.

Tunnel of love: Couples marry on car seats in Las Vegas's Little White Wedding Chapel. Photo /  Barbara Davidson, Getty Images
Tunnel of love: Couples marry on car seats in Las Vegas's Little White Wedding Chapel. Photo / Barbara Davidson, Getty Images

Tunnel of Love drive-thru, Las Vegas

For the bargain price of $50 motorists can get married without unbuckling their seat belt at the Tunnel of Love in glitzy Las Vegas.

Fans of the late Elvis can hire an impersonator for their big day or even a stretch limo to get married in.

And those wanting a honeymoon in the region could start off their adventure with a drive to the Grand Canyon, which is just a four hours away.

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The giant redwood named the 'Chandelier Tree' has a car-sized hole cut through it. Photo / Getty Images
The giant redwood named the 'Chandelier Tree' has a car-sized hole cut through it. Photo / Getty Images

Drive-thru Redwood tree, California

It may sound barking to some, but there are three giant Redwood trees off US Highway 101, an hour's drive from the historic seaport of Eureka, that motorists can drive through.

They are the tallest trees on the planet, with some growing to a height of 300 feet.

And they are true old-timers - redwoods have been around for 240million years.

Salt Bay: A floating 'sail-thru' in Dubai's. Photo / ADPM
Salt Bay: A floating 'sail-thru' in Dubai's. Photo / ADPM

Aqua Pod floating drive-thru, Dubai

This futuristic, floating fast-food drive-thru graces the lagoons of Jumeirah in Dubai.

Serving up creative burgers, the sustainably designed eatery offers food to yachters, jet skiers and other hungry aquatic explorers.

It runs off electricity and diesel and also includes a built-in garbage system that collects and disposes of floating trash.

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