How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in costa-rica.

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.
Elvis
Elvis
Connect with Elvis to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Elvis's home
Connect with Elvis to know about the hidden gems of Laudat, Dominica
Connect with Elvis to explore Laudat, Dominica together
Connect and lend Elvis's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Elvis's travel and outdoor equipment
Laudat, Dominica
I'm botanical tour guide
Ruth
Ruth
Connect with Ruth to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Ruth's home
Connect with Ruth to know about the hidden gems of West Melbourne, United States
Connect with Ruth to explore West Melbourne, United States together
Connect and lend Ruth's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Ruth's travel and outdoor equipment
West Melbourne, United...
Hey there! 🌸 Welcome to West Melbourne! I'm a 29-year-old floral designer who loves painting, yog...
Doris
Doris
Connect with Doris to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Doris's home
Connect with Doris to know about the hidden gems of Georgia, United States
Connect with Doris to explore Georgia, United States together
Connect and lend Doris's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Doris's travel and outdoor equipment
Georgia, United States
An awesome spot in a town
Martin
Martin
Florida , United States
Know places all over the world
Nicole
Nicole
Connect with Nicole to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Nicole's home
Connect with Nicole to explore San José Province together
San José Province
I love going to the beach, it´s my favorite activity. I spend most of my time at the beach chilli...
Matt
Matt
Connect with Matt to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Matt to know about the hidden gems of Tampa, FL, USA
Connect with Matt to explore Tampa, FL, USA together
Connect and lend Matt's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Matt's travel and outdoor equipment
Tampa, FL, USA
It depends on visitor interests
Justin
Justin
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Connect with Justin to meet up for coffee or drink
Kissimmee, FL, USA
Love to explore my surroundings. I love and enjoy nature and animals !!.
Maxi
Maxi
Connect with Maxi to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Maxi to know about the hidden gems of Florida , United States
Florida , United States
If you are visiting Orlando, I’m here to give you the inside scoop and hidden gems!
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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 Costa Rica

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