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.
Jonathan
Jonathan
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Connect with Jonathan to explore Red Bank together
Red Bank
Live in Red Bank, NJ. I would love to show around the area and have a good time going to clubs an...
Omar
Omar
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Connect with Omar to know about the hidden gems of Toronto, ON, Canada
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Toronto, ON, Canada
Lake views, restaurants, adventure activities and night life!!
Zolten
Zolten
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Connect and stay in Zolten's home
Connect with Zolten to know about the hidden gems of Montreal, QC, Canada
Connect with Zolten to explore Montreal, QC, Canada together
Connect and lend Zolten's vehicle or get a ride
Montreal, QC, Canada
What do you like to do? We can do. Lazy afternoon to mountain hike to bar run, anything is cool
Caleb
Caleb
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Connect with Caleb to know about the hidden gems of Lake Elmo, MN 55042, USA
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Lake Elmo, MN 55042, USA
Hey
If you are visiting the Twin Cities, I might be able to show you around.
Andrea
Andrea
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Connect with Andrea to know about the hidden gems of Dallas, TX, USA
Connect with Andrea to explore Dallas, TX, USA together
Connect and lend Andrea's vehicle or get a ride
Dallas, TX, USA
As a local sommelier immersed in the hospitality industry, I’d love to show you what makes Dallas...
Hans
Hans
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Connect with Hans to know about the hidden gems of Mississauga
Mississauga
I have decided to get out of my living alone and I have decided to get in touch with people…. So ...
Kate
Kate
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Connect with Kate to know about the hidden gems of St. Louis, MO, USA
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St. Louis, MO, USA
St. Louis is a city that is bursting at the seams with history, fun, food, sports and very cool a...
Ross
Ross
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Connect with Ross to know about the hidden gems of St. Louis
St. Louis
I was born and raised in St. Louis and love showing people around this lovely city. It's fairly b...
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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.