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.

Atlanta ranks among the top 5 ‘Best College Towns in America’ in 2026

A new study conducted by WalletHub just ranked the best college towns in the country, and rounding out the top 5? Atlanta, Georgia. Keep scrolling to learn more about Atlanta's prominence as a college tow...

Christmas Things to do

The Georgia Aquarium will transform into a dazzling winter wonderland this season—a brand new 40-foot LED tree, Scuba Claus, festive treats & more

Dazzling lights, festive food, and a sea of holiday magic await guests at the Georgia Aquarium this season! This year, the aquarium is hosting a brand new winter wonderland: WinterTide! Keep scrolling to...

Things to do

A spooky Freaks & Dolls pop-up artisan market is coming to Atlanta this weekend—Vintage finds, oddities, free Halloween DIY, & more

If you're looking for the perfect Halloween-y activity to check out this month, you don't wanna miss the Dollhouse Vintage Market's spooky Freaks & Dolls market this weekend! With tons of local artist...

Food & drink Top news

Waffle House is introducing a new Waffle House Salsa to their menu

Yesterday, Waffle House's official Instagram account made an announcement we didn't know we've been waiting for: they're bringing back their delicious Waffle House Salsa. The post, which shows three p...

Secret Guides Things to do

33 super fun things to do in Atlanta this weekend

Make the most of every weekend in the ATL by checking out these amazing weekend happenings in the ATL! Whether you're searching for the best bar, the coolest event, or you wanna be in the know at the off...

7pm sunsets in Atlanta are gone until next year

It's solidly fall here in the ATL, and that means lots of things: cozy sweaters, delicious fall-inspired drinks, pumpkin patches... and earlier sunsets. If you're not a fan of early sunsets, we've got some...

Culture Things to do

This massive free Persian art & culture festival is taking over Atlanta’s Pardis Park for one day only this weekend—delicious Persian food, artisan vendors, live music, Atlanta’s newest statue & more

This weekend, Atlantans are invited to a one-of-a-kind festival! The Iran Unveiled Festival, hosted by Nimruz, an Iranian diaspora art & education non-profit; the Persian Cultural Center of Atlant...

Sports Things to do

Banana Ball returns to Atlanta: The Atlanta Braves will welcome the Savannah Bananas back to Truist Park in June 2027 for 2 games — Here’s how to get tickets

Get ready for Banana Ball, Atlanta! The legendary Savannah Bananas are returning to Truist Park in 2027, and you don't want to miss out on all the fun. Keep scrolling to learn all about the Savannah Banan...

Culture Escapes

37 years ago, this tiny Georgia town just 45 minutes from Atlanta was bought by a famous actress for $20 million: The real-life story that inspired ‘Schitt’s Creek’

Today, Atlanta is known by locals and visitors alike as the 'Hollywood of the South', or even, affectionately, Y’allywood. But there was a time before Georgia’s film tax credit and all the major film indu...

Culture Wellness & nature

In October 1884, the 600-acre Westview Cemetery opened in Atlanta; 142 years later it remains the largest cemetery in the Southeast

The Westview Cemetery, housed on Atlanta's westside, is the largest cemetery in the Southeast. It opened in October of 1884 on a massive plot of land, and continues operating today, 142 years later, as an...