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.

Georgia’s Highway System Ranks 2nd In The Country For The Best-Performing, Most Cost-Effective Highways — And Yeah, We’re Shocked Too

Reason Foundation's 2026 Annual Highway Report is in, and they've got some surprising news for the nation: Georgia has one of the best highway systems in the country. Coming in at #2 (just after Virginia)...

Sports Top news

FIFA Is Making A Super Rare Exception For Mercedes-Benz Stadium’s Rooftop Logo — One Of The Most Impressive Stadiums In The 2026 World Cup

If you've been keeping an eye on Mercedes-Benz recently (or been on TikTok at all), then you've seen: the stadium is undertaking a huge task right now: to cover every single logo in preparation for the Wo...

Culture Food & drink Things to do

9 Super Festive Spots To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In Atlanta — From Block Parties With Free Tequila To Authentic Mariachi & More

It's time to get festive, Atlanta! Whether you're looking for an excuse to have margaritas on a week night or you're celebrating Cinco de Mayo all weekend long, we've got the perfect party for you to che...

Atlanta’s Skyline Ranks Among The Top 5 Most Beautiful Skylines In The Country

A new study conducted by McLuck ranks the most beautiful skylines in the country, and Atlanta ranks among the most beautiful in the entire U.S.! And the best part? Atlanta's iconic and gorgeous skyline no...

Escapes

One Of National Geographic’s ‘100 Must-See Getaways’ Is A Tiny Georgia Gem Just 1 Hour From Atlanta — Known As America’s First Major Gold Rush Town

When it comes to exploring small towns around the ATL, there's definitely no shortage of cool spots to check out. From a small city with a nearly 1000-year-old tree to a secret Lotus garden that will make...

Music Things to do

Olivia Rodrigo Announces ‘The Unraveled Tour’ With Two Stops At State Farm Arena This Fall — Here’s What You Need To Know

This morning, multi-platinum, three-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Olivia Rodrigo announced her brand new The Unraveled Tour, a massive 65-date run across North America, Europe, and the UK. The tour sup...

Culture Top news

‘We Would Not Sell This Property If My Work Didn’t Take Us West’: Josh Brolin Is Putting His $5 Million Atlanta Home On The Market

According to a new report by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Josh Brolin's $5 million home is on the market. The gorgeous, 7-bedroom, 11-bathroom home is nestled in the heart of Sandy Springs... and wou...

Culture Things to do

The Krog District Debuts A Brand New Inciardi Mini Print Vending Machine — And The ATL-Inspired Prints Are Just $1 Each

The Krog District just welcomed an adorable new art piece to the Krog Street Market, and for just $1, you can take a piece of it with you... literally! Keep scrolling to learn all about the super cool Inc...

Food & drink Top news

4 Atlanta Brunch Spots Are On OpenTable’s List Of The 100 Best Brunch Restaurants In The U.S. For 2026 — Just In Time For Mother’s Day

When it comes to the restaurant scene, it's no secret that Atlanta reigns supreme. We've got some of the best spots in the region (and the nation), for any genre of food... but what Atlanta REALLY knows h...

Culture Food & drink Things to do

This Massive Tacos & Tequila Festival In Piedmont Park Is The Perfect Way To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo This Weekend — With FREE Tacos & Tequila Shots For The First 2 Hours

Cinco de Mayo falls on a Tuesday this year, and we can't wait to celebrate all weekend (and week!) long! And the best way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo is by heading to Atlanta's massive Tacos & Tequila...