The attempted terrorist attack on U.S. soil during Christmas day last year brought back an array of virulent memories from “911” in 2001. It also angered 14 other countries, and made traveling via air even more of a hassle than it already was.

When former security measures failed to identify known terrorist Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, and the cleverly placed hand-made bomb strapped to his leg, President Barack Obama launched a three month investigation into how security measures failed that fateful day.

The results of this investigation brought forth newly revitalized security measures for in-bound flights to the U.S. Rigorous screening is a thing of the past.

According to U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Janet Napolitano, the old method has been replaced by, “real-time, threat-based intelligence along with multiple, random layers of security, both seen and unseen.”

So, what exactly does this mean, and how will it affect your travel?

DAWN.com reports that, the new policy selects only specific passengers for additional screening based on matches (such as age, physical descriptions, and patterns of travel) to U.S. intelligence information. Along with intelligence-based targeting, there will also be name screenings on terror watch lists and the “no fly” lists, which have over 6,000 suspected terrorist’s names.

As for travel, the new policy is supposed to put a halt to the inconvenience of waiting in long lines due to “screening” everybody that comes through the gate- and it couldn’t have better timing.

Much like the “Caveman” commercials produced by Geico, vacationing has evolved from the days of sleeping in crowded, over-priced hotels. 2010 is the year for vacation rental homes. Travelers are finally discovering the secret to saving while on vacation, and even more are searching for that “home away from home” feel.

Indian Shores is a placid and serene location, a prodigious alternative for those seeking to avoid the crowds of the better known neighboring beaches, Clearwater and St. Pete.

It is a consummate retreat for the likes of business men/women, writers, painters, honeymooners, and others who may require a break from the distractions that accompany everyday life.

Once called Indian Rocks Beach, South Shore as a way to dissociate itself from Indian Rocks Beach, the small town of Indian Shores (with a population of 1,792 recorded in 2004) decided to comprise its own identity in 1949, legally changing its name in 1973.

But even with Indian Shore’s seemingly small population, there is no shortage of entertainment if the “quiet life” becomes too subdued.

Indian Shores is home to the largest non-profit bird hospital in the U.S. The Sun Coast Seabird Sanctuary admits over 8,000 birds per year. For over 38 years, the sanctuary has helped injured birds such as, pelicans, herons, egrets, owls, and hawks through rescue and repair before releasing them back out into the wild. It is the number one attraction at Indian Shores, but it is not the lone attraction. For a calendar of happenings, events, and celebrations, be sure to visit- http://www.myindianshores.com/.

Of course, no vacay would be fully satisfying without delectable food and tasty beverages, and there are plenty of restaurants to fulfill this necessity.

And, if you’re worried about accommodations, don’t be- there are a plethora of villa’s and condos to choose from, all within a decent range to the beach, attractions, and restaurants.

Indian Shores is calling my name- finally, a place to write without distraction and breathe in pure inspiration.