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 is the #1 ‘most stressful city to drive in’ in the U.S. according to a new study — heavy traffic, aggressive lane changing, potholes & more

A new study by Lemon Law Experts ranks the cities that Americans are most stressed out to drive in... and taking the top spot (rather unsurprisingly, we'll say) is Atlanta. From bumper-to-bumper traffic t...

Culture Escapes Things to do

This luxurious winery resort & spa in North Georgia hosts a one-day-only ‘Grape Stomping Festival’ — local craft vendors, delicious local wine, & real grape stomping

If you're looking for a unique way to ~step~ into fall this September, we've got the perfect event for you! Head to Blairsville for their iconic annual Grape Stomp Festival! With delicious wine, live musi...

Music Top news

After 16 years, ONE Musicfest is pausing their festival for 2026 — here’s what you need to know

We've got big news for the music festival world. After 16 years of iconic music festivals, Atlanta's homegrown ONE Musicfest is putting a hold on the festival for 2026. Keep scrolling to learn more. Wa...

Culture Things to do

The 18th annual Atlanta Quilt Festival opens today, showcasing 150+ gorgeous African-American inspired quilts — open daily & free to enter

The Atlanta Quilt Festival is kicking off August with a truly beautiful festival of fiber arts! Showcasing over 150 gorgeous African-American inspired quilts, and hosting workshops, lectures and beyond, t...

Food & drink

This Buckhead sushi restaurant is serving up the newest viral craze: a mouthwatering soft serve espresso martini topped with a house-made mini croissant

We've been obsessed with soft serve margaritas all summer long. But now, there's a new boozy soft serve treat that everyone is ~melting~ for! You've gotta get your hands on a delicious soft serve espresso...

Culture Food & drink

A free ‘East meets South’ AAPI Night Market is taking over the ATL this Saturday — Special Asian American & Pacific Islander food, vendors, culture, crafts, & performances

This weekend, get ready to take a trip around the world... without ever leaving Atlanta! Smogasburg Atlanta is hosting another ‘East meets South: AAPI Night Market' and you don't want to miss it. Keep sc...

Things to do Top news

Georgia’s massive Slick City indoor slide & action park is now open — High-speed, adrenaline-pumping slides, trapeze, a sports air court, & more just 30 minutes from Atlanta

Today, July 30th, Slick City Action Park South Cobb finally opened their doors! Slick City is the perfect spot for Atlanta thrill-seekers, families, and adrenaline junkies alike! Keep scrolling to see how...

Secret Guides Things to do

25 awesome things to do in Atlanta this August — from fantastic arts festivals to ancient exhibits & beyond

The hottest days of summer don't have to get you down, there are still plenty of fun things to do in Atlanta this August, from super fun festivals to delicious drinks and beyond! Have a blast this Au...

Culture Things to do

7 cool Atlanta-area museums to explore for free before school starts back — from speedy race cars to a striking Smithsonian traveling exhibition & beyond

School is starting soon in Metro Atlanta, and that means back to school shopping, school supplies events, and finishing up the last little bit of that summer reading list! But that's not all. It's also ti...

Culture Things to do

One of the largest Jamaican Independence celebrations in the U.S. is taking over Atlanta this August — with an official Fulton County proclamation of August 8th as ‘Jamaican Cultural Day’

Get ready for one of the largest Jamaican Independence Day celebrations in the U.S., right here in Atlanta this August! On August 8th, Rum Punch Brunch is bringing back their iconic Street Dance celebrati...