Cleveland - "It was a few weeks before Christmas, and it was everywhere.

People are very worried that the pandemic might undermine the plan.

But what should appear in an unsuspecting community in northeastern Ohio?

A red sled, er car, with'HOHOHO' written on the back of the license plate.

The guests at the door are lively and cheerful.

You may know him. He passed by Saint Nick!

Door Stop Santa is a Cleveland company founded by Jamie Woelfl. She created it last year, when COVID-19 stopped traditional Santa Claus visits, usually in shopping malls.

"In the throes of COVID, we realized that many children will not have the opportunity to visit Santa Claus. Therefore, we decided that if the children cannot come to Santa Claus, we will ask Santa Claus to come to them. For the shopping mall-Santa Photo Package For the cost, you can avoid long lines and enjoy the visit in your own home. The advantage is that you can take all the free photos you want," she said.

The company outsources experienced Santa Claus.

"Our real Santas with beards have several years of Santa Claus experience. Some are mall Santas who hold lighting ceremonies. Our standard Santas are synthetic beads and have experience in acting or working with children. Of course. , Blinking eyes and personable are also prerequisites."

One of the Santa Clauses was interviewed by News 5 on the way.

"I went to the Charles W. Howard Santa School, which has existed since 1937," he said.

He said he took a vacation last year.

"This is a big social distance. They don't want to have any contact. That's why this Door Stop Santa works so well because you are in a safe place."

Door Stop Santa provided Santa with a list of addresses on hand, mainly in Cuyahoga County and western Lake County, and he drove to the community and home to visit his family at the door.

This year, Santa’s visits are in high demand across the country. According to data from HireSanta.com, the demand for Kris Kringle has soared by 120% over last year, but the number of Santa Clauses to choose from has decreased.

Woelfl said that the demand for Door Stop Santa this year is also much higher.

"This is not a job for everyone," Santa Claus said. "I am very busy."

But Wolff said she compensated at a very pleasant speed.

However, Santa Claus who spoke to News 5 said it has nothing to do with money. This is about spreading happiness.

"I just meant to see the joy in the child's eyes," he said. "You have a kind heart. When you have a kind heart, you want to share in any way."

December 22 is the last night to book Santa Claus to your home. Visits range from US$35 to US$55, but visits must be arranged four days in advance.