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.

The City Of Atlanta Ranks #2 In Highest Rent Prices In The Metro Area — Which Metro ATL City Pays The Most In Rent?

The recently released analyzed active listings across the Metro ATL area to make a comprehensive list of the most and least affordable. Keep scrolling to learn all about rent prices in Atlanta. So what's the most expe...

Food & drink

One Of Finn Wolfhard’s Favorite Atlanta Restaurants Is An East ATL Chicken Spot — And They Only Sell It By The Half Or Whole Bird

Stranger Things might've wrapped up, but the iconic show definitely left a . And much of the cast essentially grew up here because of it! To celebrate his time in the city, Stranger Things star , including Pollo Primo,...

Culture Things to do

World Of Coca-Cola Is Officially Nominated For A USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards — Here’s How You Can Vote & Spread Some Hometown Pride

Wanna share a little hometown pride, Atlanta? You can vote to make Atlanta's own World of Coca-Cola one of the USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award, top ‘Best Pop Culture Museum’ in the country! Keep scrolling to le...

Escapes

The Largest College Campus In The World Is Nestled In This Quiet Georgia Film Town, Just 1.5 Hours From Atlanta — 27,000 Acres Yet Only 2,300 Students

Coming in at 27,000 acres, Berry College, just outside of Rome, Georgia has a truly vast college campus. In fact, Berry is the largest college campus in the world... but has surprisingly few students for all of its land...

Food & drink

Wild Heaven Beer & Pine Street Market Are Partnering Together For A Truly Magical Winter-Long Soup Series — Here’s How You Can Sip Some Delicious Soups

It's finally the perfect weather for soup season, Atlanta! And if you're a big soup lover, we've got some even better news for you. Keep scrolling to learn all about Wild Heaven Beer & Pine Market's iconic winter-lo...

Culture Things to do

This ATL Hotspot Is Hosting A Steamy Heated Rivalry Dance Party With The Best Hollanov-Inspired Hits — Here’s How You Can Check It Out

Heated Rivalry has taken the internet (and our hearts!) by storm, and now, you can enjoy a sexy Heated Rivalry-themed dance party at one of Atlanta's favorite gay clubs, LORE on Edgewood! Keep scrolling for all the deta...

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The Founder Of Atlanta’s Iconic Laughing Skull Lounge Is Opening A New High-End Comedy Club This Year At Ponce City Market — Expect 1am Shows & 25 Shows Per Week

For all you comedy lovers, we've got some great news: Atlanta's newest comedy club, Whiplash, is set to open this year! Brought to you by the founder of Atlanta's iconic Laughing Skull Lounge, Whiplash promises to be a...

Georgia Just Ranked As The U.S. State With The Best Roads & We’re Just As Shocked As You

When you think of Georgia's strengths, you probably think of beautiful nature, amazing food, tons of amazing cultures... but do you think of roads? Well, according to a new study by , maybe you should. Georgia ranks as...

Escapes

This Charming, Under The Radar Georgia City Is The Perfect Weekend Getaway From Atlanta — Famously Known As ‘The Bass Capital Of Georgia’

When Atlantans look for a weekend getaway from the city, we tend to look north. With lots of amazing small towns and hidden escapes to choose from, like Blue Ridge, Dahlonega, or Helen, North Georgia is always as wonder...

Food & drink Things to do

The World’s First-Ever Official Formula 1 Arcade Bar Is Opening An Atlanta Location In February — With A Full-Service Bar Curated By Netflix’s ‘Drink Masters’ Champion, LP O’Brien

Rev those engines, Atlanta! It's almost time to check out F1® Arcade, the world’s first official Formula 1® experiential hospitality brand, which is opening an arcade bar here in Atlanta this February. Keep scrolling to...