Susan Swavely, Author at Secret Atlanta

Susan is proud to be an Atlanta-based writer. Originally from SC, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of South Carolina with a double B.A. in English and Theatre. When she's not clicking away at a keyboard, Susan loves acting and film.

You Can Reserve A Space At Oakland Cemetery For The First Time In 145 Years — Join History, Including Famous Oakland Residents Like Maynard Jackson, Bobby Jones, & More

Have you ever driven past or walked through the Oakland Cemetery and wondered if it was possible to be buried in the historic cemetery? Well, for nearly a hundred and forty-five years, it hasn't been. But now, you can a...

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Cardi B Announces Her First-Ever Headlining Arena Tour, The ‘Little Miss Drama Tour’ & Her Last Stop Is In Atlanta — Here’s How To See Cardi B’s Show

Little Miss Drama Tour is officially Cardi B’s first full headline arena run and the biggest tour of her career to date. The tour will see her headline iconic venues for the very first time, including the Kia Forum in L...

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10 Hispanic-Owned Restaurants To Support This Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15th until October 15th. The month celebrates the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements for th...

Georgia’s ‘Most-Searched’ Fruit Actually Isn’t Peaches — And You Probably Won’t Guess What It Is

I get my peaches down in Georgia! But what about Georgians... are we searching up peaches as frequently as other states? The answer is actually... no. Georgia's most-searched fruit isn't a peach, like our state symbol...

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Two Adorable Georgia Small Towns Have The ‘Most Charming Small Downtowns’ In The U.S. & They’re Both Just 90 Minutes From Atlanta

names two Georgia towns as having the 'most charming small downtowns in America,' and we've gotta say... we agree. Keep scrolling to see which Georgia gems made the list of the top 40 charming small downtowns, and why...

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This Enchanting Pumpkin Festival Just 1.5 Hours From Atlanta Is Home To Some Of Georgia’s Most Massive Pumpkins — Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Halloween season is in the air! There are tons of amazing , , , and more in and around the ATL! And with spooky season beginning soon, it's also time for Callaway Gardens' massive Pumpkin Festival! Keep scrolling for al...

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The ‘Most Diverse Square Mile In America’ Is Right Here In Atlanta — And It’s An Unsuspecting Neighborhood With Some Truly Delicious Coffee

Atlanta is known for our extremely diverse and beautiful multi-cultural city. With people coming from all over the world to settle in the ATL, we're so lucky to enjoy culture, food, drink, art, experiences, and so much...

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Killer Mike Is Hosting A One-Day-Only Pop-Up Event In Atlanta On Monday, September 15th — And You Can Get A Free Custom-Engraved Hair Pick & Chrome Yellow Coffee

If you're looking for a fun way to beat the Monday blues, then you've gotta come check out Killer Mike's one-day-only pop-up event in Edgewood! Partnering with Square, this Neighbor Day will offer attendees some really...

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One Of The Country’s ‘Best Small Towns To Celebrate Halloween’ Is Just 1.5 Hours From Atlanta — Famous For Its Storied Haunted Mansion

It's almost the spookiest season of all, and as, we're looking for new, fun ways to celebrate! One way to get a little extra frightful fun this October is by visiting one of the 'best small towns to celebrate Halloween'...

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Love & Hip Hop Atlanta Star Karlie Redd Launches A Bold New Luxury Lounge Concept In Downtown Atlanta This September — Here’s What To Know About ‘Red Room Bistro’

If you've been searching for your favorite new luxury lounge, you're in luck: Karlie Redd from Love & Hip Hop Atlanta is bringing the heat with 'Red Room Bistro'! Keep scrolling for all the details. What is Red Room...