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 City Council supports $3.5B Beltline light rail system—3 loops of light rail & 18.5 daily hours of bi-directional transit

Public transit has always been the core of the plan for the Atlanta Beltline. And now, the Beltline is taking more steps forward to bring safe, useful transit to the city's iconic 22-mile walking trail. K...

Food & drink Things to do

A massive free Mushroom Festival is coming to Atlanta this November—50+ mushroom-themed vendors, live cooking demos, delicious food & drinks, and more

Calling all Atlanta mushroom enthusiasts! Whether you love the mushroom aesthetic or you're super into cooking with these delicious fungi, OR you're just looking for a fun community festival to check out...

Culture Top news

2 Atlanta universities rank among the top 30 best universities in the country for 2027

U.S. News just published their findings for the best national universities for 2027, and two Atlanta giants make the top 30, again! You won't be surprised to hear that some of the best universities in the...

Escapes

Amtrak offers a spectacular 5-day roundtrip New Orleans getaway from Atlanta—The perfect fall sight-seeing escape

This fall, skip the traffic and gear up for the ultimate sight-seeing tour on Amtrak Vacation's iconic Atlanta-to-New Orleans getaway! This special 5-day trip includes tons of tourist attractions, sight-s...

It’s been one of the hottest summers on record in Atlanta, but will it snow this winter?—Atlanta’s winter weather predictions

It might be hard to remember right now, with our boiling hot summer not going anywhere anytime soon, but Atlanta does get cold in the winter, and sometimes, we even get snow. Two years ago, Atlanta had a...

Culture Things to do

Atlanta’s newest DIY studio is an adorable rice-inspired DIY plushie workshop in Doraville & lets guests create & customize one-of-a-kind rice plushes

If you're looking for a truly one-of-a-kind experience in Atlanta, search no further! Little by Little is Atlanta's newest DIY workshop... and it's SUPER unique! Keep scrolling to learn all about how you...

After being cancelled due to severe weather last weekend, the magical Beltline Lantern Parade has been rescheduled—Here’s what you need to know

After severe storms cancelled the Beltline Lantern Parade for a second year in a row, the Atlanta Beltline and parade organizer Chantelle Rytter have announced that the parade will go on at a rescheduled...

Culture Things to do

Atlanta’s first women’s sports bar is hosting a glitzy Dolly Parton drag tribute, Dolly Parton look-alike costume contest, & sing-along this Friday

This weekend, join Jolene Jolene for a gorgeous tribute to the late Dolly Parton! With all the glitz and glam that Dolly was always known for, Jolene Jolene is hosting a special drag tribute... and you do...

Culture Things to do

Estamos Aquí Fiesta is a free Hispanic Heritage Month celebration in Old Fourth Ward this weekend—Delicious Hispanic food & drinks, local vendors, dancing, music & more

If you're looking for a super fun way to celebration Hispanic Heritage Month, search no further! The Latino Community Fund Georgia (LCF Georgia) is hosting an incredible Hispanic Heritage Month party this...

Culture Escapes Things to do

Skip the summer heat: The Georgia Renaissance Festival is hosting a magical fall fling—160+ artisan shops, multiple daily jousts, & Medieval-style treats

Hear ye, hear ye! The Georgia Renaissance Festival is headed back to Nottingham for their special fall festival, and you don't wanna miss out on all the fun! From amazing local vendors to a special centur...