Last Christmas was a Christmas like no other. If you're looking to take the stress out of visiting Santa once again this year, a virtual experience might be best option for you and your family.

Autumn is ever so slowly edging its way into our lives this September - the woolly jumpers have started to make their appearance, the pumpkin spice lattes are available to order for takeaway, and we've already started to think about what we'll dress up as for this year's Halloween. Before you know it, it'll be time to think of what to do with the kids once the "C" word starts entering the conversation - and Zoom Santa could be your easy fix.

Santa and Mrs Claus have this week announced that they will once again be offering to talk to boys and girls via Zoom this festive season. So, no matter where you are in the world, they'll make sure to clear their busy schedules to have a chat with your and your family.

To have your opportunity to have a very special live chat with Santa direct from the North Pole, all you have to do is simply visit the Zoom Santa website (here), pick the date and time that works for you and your family and tell Santa's Elves a little bit about who he will be chatting to.

Once you've all that done, Mrs. Claus will send you your private Zoom Santa link. You can even share this link with friends and family from all across the world for a worldwide Zoom call your family won't forget!

Speaking from the North Pole, Santa said of his new job this year: "I am so happy that I got to perfect my Zoom skills last year!. I cannot wait to see you all again soon. Make sure you continue to be good over the coming months and stay on my nice list!"

A Zoom Santa call costs €34.99, which can be shared across an unlimited number of friends and family for a virtual group experience. The live Zoom call with Santa himself will last approximately 10 minutes. Bookings can now be made for the virtual call, which will begin on Friday, December 3 right up to Thursday, December 23.