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.

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[APRIL FOOLS] The Beloved West-Coast Fast Food Chain, In-N-Out, Is Finally Coming To Atlanta In June [APRIL FOOLS]

Last year, you heard the rumors that In-N-Out Burger was coming to Atlanta, but they were quickly debunked. But now, we've got some huge news about In-N-Out's arrival on the East Coast. Keep scrolling for...

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Shakira Is Bringing Her World Tour To The U.S. For An Intimate Limited Run & She’s Stopping In Atlanta For Two Nights

If you love Shakira and you missed out on her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, don't worry! You've got another chance to see Shakira right here in Atlanta. Today, Shakira announced a special limited r...

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The Country’s First-Ever ‘Pay By The Pound’ Artisan Ceramics Shop Just Opened In Atlanta — With Rescued Surplus From European Indie Potteries With Minor Flaws & Major Charm

There's nothing quite like finding that perfect dish that screams PERFECTION! And now, there's a cool, affordable, and sustainable way to find those perfect ceramics. Introducing Olaria, the U.S.'s first-...

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10 Festive Ways To Celebrate Easter In Atlanta — The ~Hoppiest~ Holiday This Spring

Hop Into Family Fun at The Works’ Hoppy Easter Celebration Hoppy Easter at The Works The Works ATL Hop into family fun at The Works' Hoppy Easter! If you’re celebr...

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This 110-Year Old Georgia Hot Dog Shop Started As A Tiny Stand Selling Dogs For 5 Cents — Here’s Where You Can Get An Old Fashioned Weiner

There's nothing quite like enjoying the warming weather than wandering around a cute downtown street with a hot dog in your hand! And this isn't a new tradition: Nu-Way Weiners has been around the block, a...

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Atlanta Ranks In The Top 10 Longest Grocery Lines For A Major U.S. City — Here’s Where The Worst Checkout Wait Times Are In The ATL

According to a new study conducted by Solitaired, there's a reason you feel like you're waiting in the grocery store checkout line forever. Atlanta has some of the longest lines of any major U.S. city......

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This Weekend-Long Polish Easter Celebration Offers A Pisanki Eggs Workshop, An All-Day Fish Fry, Easter Brunch & More — Wander The Picturesque Polish Countryside Without Ever Leaving Atlanta

Looking for a beautiful cultural way to spend your Easter in the ATL? We've got the perfect weekend plans for you! Atlanta's favorite Polish cuisine pop-up, Beksa Lala, is hosting a super fun weekend of c...

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Atlanta’s On-Street Parking Rate Is Set To Increase For The First Time Since 2010

According to a report by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, this month, Atlanta's City Council has officially approved a rate increase for metered parking in the city, making it the first rate increase in...

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Tyler Perry Gave Atlanta TSA Workers $250K Worth Of $1,000 Gift Cards — And Now They’re Being Asked By Officials To Return Them

If you've been following the news, then you know that Atlanta's airport has been all over the national news. The world's busiest airport, known for its efficiency and easy-to-navigate system, has been exp...

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This All You Can Eat Buffet In Duluth Is Officially One Of The Top 100 Buffets In The World — Famous For Their Wide Array Of Vibrant Asian Dishes

Looking for the perfect buffet to check out in the ATL area? Well, we've got a perfect recommendation for you. Enjoy all the delicious Asian seafood your heart desires at one of the 100 best buffets in th...