How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in istanbul.

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.
Veronika
Veronika
Connect with Veronika to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Veronika to know about the hidden gems of Trenčín, Slovakia
Connect with Veronika to explore Trenčín, Slovakia together
Trenčín, Slovakia
Hey I'll help you to feel great in Trenčín town 😍 You can see here so much great sights & learn a...
Wael
Wael
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Cairo
I live in Hurghada 😄 WE can meet and see
Andrei
Andrei
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Connect with Andrei to know about the hidden gems of Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Connect with Andrei to explore Cluj-Napoca, Romania together
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
I’ll show you the hidden gems of Cluj-Napoca—cool cafes, stunning views, and local vibes. Let’s e...
Daniel
Daniel
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Connect with Daniel to know about the hidden gems of Eilat
Connect with Daniel to explore Eilat together
Eilat
I am a sea fanatic and snorkel every day. Love the desert too. Willing to meet, show around town ...
Roben
Roben
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Connect with Roben to know about the hidden gems of Cyclades
Connect with Roben to explore Cyclades together
Cyclades
Explore explore explore:)
Pavol
Pavol
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Connect with Pavol to know about the hidden gems of Wien, Österreich
Connect with Pavol to explore Wien, Österreich together
Connect and lend Pavol's vehicle or get a ride
Wien, Österreich
Hey there, fellow traveler! 👋 If you're flying solo in Vienna, I've got your back. I'm all about ...
Michele
Michele
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Connect with Michele to know about the hidden gems of 38037 Predazzo, Autonomous Province of Trento, Italy
Connect with Michele to explore 38037 Predazzo, Autonomous Province of Trento, Italy together
38037 Predazzo, Autono...
Explore this valley more, lets go
Saša
Saša
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Connect with Saša to know about the hidden gems of Tivat
Connect with Saša to explore Tivat together
Tivat
tho there's not much to see in city itself (besides few nice bars lol), region of Boka Kotorska i...
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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 Istanbul

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