How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in chicago.

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.
Kimo
Kimo
Connect with Kimo to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and lend Kimo's vehicle or get a ride
Glendale Heights, IL, USA
I would like to show you Around the city and explore nice dining and etc and if you need private ...
Youssef
Youssef
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Connect with Youssef to explore Canton, MI, USA together
Canton, MI, USA
I like to go out enjoying
Brian
Brian
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Connect and stay in Brian's home
Connect with Brian to know about the hidden gems of Dallas, TX, USA
Connect with Brian to explore Dallas, TX, USA together
Dallas, TX, USA
Open
Morris
Morris
Connect with Morris to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Morris to explore New York, NY, USA together
New York, NY, USA
We can meet for a coffee or a drink or even dinner. it's all fine with me depending on my schedule.
Sandra
Sandra
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Connect with Sandra to know about the hidden gems of Detroit
Connect with Sandra to explore Detroit together
Detroit
Happy to give pointer on the Detroit must see list.
Khai
Khai
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Connect and stay in Khai's home
Connect with Khai to know about the hidden gems of Louisiana
Connect with Khai to explore Louisiana together
Connect and lend Khai's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Khai's travel and outdoor equipment
Louisiana
explore new locations and foods! not big fan of alcoholic type!
Archie
Archie
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Connect with Archie to know about the hidden gems of Cobleskill, NY 12043, USA
Connect with Archie to explore Cobleskill, NY 12043, USA together
Connect and use Archie's travel and outdoor equipment
Cobleskill, NY 12043, USA
laundromat around the corner next to coffee house, bakery, pizza place, a few bars. I'm located ...
Audrey
Audrey
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Connect with Audrey to know about the hidden gems of Starkville
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Starkville
I love hosting travelers and joining up when I can. I live right off a major highway, so feel fre...
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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 Chicago

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Chicago. 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 Chicago. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Chicago together.