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.
Vicky
Vicky
Connect with Vicky to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Vicky to know about the hidden gems of Greenacres City
Connect with Vicky to explore Greenacres City together
Greenacres City
Explore, tours/excursions, try local/traditional food
Victor
Victor
Connect with Victor to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Victor to know about the hidden gems of Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
Connect with Victor to explore Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA together
Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
I'm not much for eating out but if you like nature, I know all the good parks in Broward County (...
Kenton
Kenton
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Connect with Kenton to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Kenton to know about the hidden gems of Florida City
Connect with Kenton to explore Florida City together
Connect and lend Kenton's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and stay in Kenton's home
Florida City
Passionate about hiking, biking, walking, and road trip. I’m on the lookout for fellow travelers ...
Cody
Cody
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Connect with Cody to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Cody to know about the hidden gems of Tampa Bay, Florida, USA
Tampa Bay, Florida, USA
I know all the local spots and things to do, just let me know what it is you’re interested in
Matt
Matt
Connect with Matt to meet up for coffee or drink
Orlando
Can give information about where to eat/ go out
Devin
Devin
Connect with Devin to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Devin to know about the hidden gems of Charleston, SC, USA
Charleston, SC, USA
I can recommend restaurants, cafes, sights and things to do
Nancy
Nancy
Connect and stay in Nancy's home
Connect with Nancy to know about the hidden gems of Miami Beach, FL, USA
Connect with Nancy to explore Miami Beach, FL, USA together
Connect and lend Nancy's vehicle or get a ride
Miami Beach, FL, USA
visit to landmarks and attractions, explore local culture through food and markets, experience ou...
Oscar
Oscar
Connect with Oscar to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Oscar's home
Connect with Oscar to know about the hidden gems of Tegucigalpa
Connect with Oscar to explore Tegucigalpa together
Tegucigalpa
Hey there, fellow traveler! 👋 If you're flying into Tegucigalpa, I've got your back. Let's grab a...
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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.