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.
janirah
janirah
Connect with janirah to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with janirah to explore Boston, MA, USA together
Boston, MA, USA
I’m more of an explorer so I can show you things that are fun and that my people do daily. I like...
Lou
Lou
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Chicago, IL, USA
Traveling to Thailand by the end of the month , looking to share the experience with someone new
Adrienne
Adrienne
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Connect with Adrienne to know about the hidden gems of Madison, WI, USA
Connect with Adrienne to explore Madison, WI, USA together
Madison, WI, USA
I’ve lived in Madison for 15 years and I know the city, restaurants and outdoor attractions super...
Jamie
Jamie
Connect with Jamie to meet up for coffee or drink
CT, United States 06405
Let me know your interests and I can find a place! From beaches to museums, fine dining and pubs.
Andrei
Andrei
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Connect with Andrei to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Andrei's home
Connect with Andrei to know about the hidden gems of Danbury
Connect with Andrei to explore Danbury together
Danbury
Mew York City - I'll show you all there is to see ! :)
Ahsan
Ahsan
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Connect and stay in Ahsan's home
Connect with Ahsan to know about the hidden gems of Little Rock, AR, USA
Connect with Ahsan to explore Little Rock, AR, USA together
Little Rock, AR, USA
Open for suggestions
Leo
Leo
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Connect with Leo to know about the hidden gems of Washington D.C.
Connect with Leo to explore Washington D.C. together
Washington D.C.
We can travel around dc via subway.
BARBARA
BARBARA
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Connect with BARBARA to know about the hidden gems of Orlando, FL, USA
Orlando, FL, USA
Disney world, Universal studios, SeaWorld, Island H2O
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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.