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.
thanesh
thanesh
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Connect with thanesh to know about the hidden gems of Scarborough, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Scarborough, Toronto, ...
lets explore canada together my new friend
Meik
Meik
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New York City
Hey I’m Meeka I’m 25 years old I been living in New York City all my life. So I kind of know the ...
Hank
Hank
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New Jersey, USA
I'm a seasoned traveler, but when I'm in town, I can confidently assist you in making your stay i...
Art
Art
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Connect with Art to know about the hidden gems of Middletown, NY 10940, USA
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Middletown, NY 10940, USA
I'd just wanna meet people and visit the area. and possibly go on a trip. I'm trying to go out ...
Fred
Fred
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Connect with Fred to know about the hidden gems of Montreal, QC, Canada
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Montreal, QC, Canada
French traveller and international worker based out of Montreal Lived on 3 continents/in 5 count...
Denis
Denis
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Connect with Denis to know about the hidden gems of Brooklyn, NY, USA
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Brooklyn, NY, USA
Welcome to Brooklyn, NYC! I'm Denis and I'd love to show you around. Whether you're into fitness,...
Ziv
Ziv
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Connect with Ziv to know about the hidden gems of NJ, United States 07307
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NJ, United States 07307
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Veronica
Veronica
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Connect with Veronica to know about the hidden gems of Boston, MA, USA
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Boston, MA, USA
Plenty of things to do in the south shore of MA… lots of history, coastline, and bar pizza
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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.