How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in istanbul.

Get Connected

When you find a local who you want to take tips from or meet up with, click the connect button and start chatting with them.

Take Tips & Trips

Get the best tips and advice from locals, or plan a trip together, meet up, and let them show you around their town.
Basak
Connect with Basak to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Basak's home
Connect with Basak to know about the hidden gems of Antalya, Türkiye
Connect with Basak to explore Antalya, Türkiye together
Antalya, Türkiye
I have been living in Antalya, Lara region for 12 years. I am staying alone, therefore may meet y...
Deivis
Connect with Deivis to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Deivis's home
Connect and use Deivis's travel and outdoor equipment
Nicosia
I would like to meet chat smoke drink Caffe drink beer
Yhuda
Connect and use Yhuda's travel and outdoor equipment
אטיקה, יוון 11745
Bbh
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Furkan
Connect with Furkan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Furkan to know about the hidden gems of Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey
Connect with Furkan to explore Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey together
Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey
we have very special coffee, beautiful sunset, fresh air, the highest point in istanbul.
Md
Connect with Md to explore Munich, Germany together
Connect with Md to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Md's home
Munich, Germany
Yes a lot of spots new to Munich
Brett
Connect with Brett to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Brett to know about the hidden gems of Pogradec, Albania
Connect with Brett to explore Pogradec, Albania together
Pogradec, Albania
I would love to grab coffee or a meal. I always looking for travel buddies to explore everywhe...
Stefanos
Connect with Stefanos to meet up for coffee or drink
Thessaloniki, Greece
i live in Thessaloniki all my life and i know the city very well and I would be really happy to s...
Soran
Connect with Soran to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Soran's home
Connect with Soran to know about the hidden gems of Erbil, Iraq
Connect with Soran to explore Erbil, Iraq together
Connect and lend Soran's vehicle or get a ride
Erbil, Iraq
I will show you historical spots in Erbil and we will try delicous iraqi kurdish food together

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What GAFFL Users Are Saying

Marie
Marie Arroseres
from France

"It’s really nice to have a platform like GAFFL with lots of travelers wanting to do the same as you, a real beautiful cultural exchange. You can meet people so easily and in a trustful way. We were four girls, from French, German and American backgrounds, without knowing each other from before. We spent an amazing week together, 2000km driving, camping on the way. We saw kangaroos, koalas, penguins and pelicans"

Saed
Saeed Alam
from Canada

“I have found GAFFL to be an amazing tool for finding similar minded travel partners to embark on an adventure. Through GAFFL, I had organized a trip to Mexico City last month and Quazi joined the trip from Victoria, BC. We spent 14 days of straight exploring, hiking, eating and drinking. Quite an amazing experience - all thanks to GAFFL!”

Scarlett
Scarlett Mansfield
from United Kingdom

"I accidentally scrolled across GAFFL and I'm so pleased I did. I met Amaia and immediately decided to road-trip together. We're spending 10 days together and it's great because we have so much in common. Couldn't have done it without GAFFL helping us find one another! It has honestly made NZ so much cheaper to explore as I get to split the costs with someone too​"

Why GAFFL is the Best Place to Meet Locals in Istanbul

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Istanbul. We have a 3-step verification process which includes social media, phone number, and valid government ID, so you can feel safe about meeting locals in Istanbul. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Istanbul together.