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.
Gary
Gary
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Connect with Gary to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Gary's home
Connect with Gary to know about the hidden gems of Tampa, FL, USA
Connect with Gary to explore Tampa, FL, USA together
Connect and lend Gary's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Gary's travel and outdoor equipment
Tampa, FL, USA
Love to travel via every travel method imaginable.
Myrtle
Myrtle
Connect with Myrtle to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Myrtle to know about the hidden gems of Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
Happy to share local travel tips, provide restaurant recommendations, or even meet up for a drink!
Matt
Matt
Connect with Matt to meet up for coffee or drink
Orlando
Can give information about where to eat/ go out
Ricky
Ricky
Connect with Ricky to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Ricky's home
Connect with Ricky to know about the hidden gems of Nassau, The Bahamas
Connect with Ricky to explore Nassau, The Bahamas together
Connect and lend Ricky's vehicle or get a ride
Nassau, The Bahamas
Nassau Native with all the good food spots
Essence
Essence
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Connect with Essence to meet up for coffee or drink
Lakeland
I would like to visit every state in the United States of America . As well as countries outside...
Katherine
Katherine
Connect with Katherine to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Katherine to know about the hidden gems of Panama City
Connect with Katherine to explore Panama City together
Panama City
Show spots and cultural places on the city
Nana
Nana
Connect with Nana to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Nana's home
Connect with Nana to know about the hidden gems of Miami, FL, USA
Miami, FL, USA
Just sharing life experiences…
Claudia
Claudia
Connect with Claudia to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Claudia to know about the hidden gems of Havana, Cuba
Connect with Claudia to explore Havana, Cuba together
Havana, Cuba
Show the city and meet up
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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.