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.
eran
eran
Connect with eran to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in eran's home
Connect with eran to know about the hidden gems of Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
Connect with eran to explore Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel together
Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
i can show you around and take you to the best places in town. ;)
Sbalati
Sbalati
Connect with Sbalati to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Sbalati's home
Connect with Sbalati to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Sbalati to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Sbalati to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect with Sbalati to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect and lend Sbalati's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and lend Sbalati's vehicle or get a ride
Amman, Jordan
any thing posible
Maja
Maja
Connect with Maja to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Maja to know about the hidden gems of Pula, Croatia
Pula, Croatia
Boost your discover of the Istria region in a experience to remember.
Anestis
Anestis
Connect and stay in Anestis's home
Connect with Anestis to know about the hidden gems of Θεσσαλονίκη, Ελλάδα
Connect with Anestis to explore Θεσσαλονίκη, Ελλάδα together
Connect and lend Anestis's vehicle or get a ride
Θεσσαλονίκη, Ελλάδα
My town offers a combination of history , sight seeing , delicious food and many activities!!
Theodora
Theodora
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Connect with Theodora to know about the hidden gems of Athens, Greece
Connect with Theodora to explore Athens, Greece together
Athens, Greece
To Explore the ancient spots in Old Athens
Norman
Norman
Connect with Norman to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Norman to know about the hidden gems of Valletta
Connect with Norman to explore Valletta together
Connect and lend Norman's vehicle or get a ride
Valletta
I love showing visitors around our island in a fun way
Khaldoon
Khaldoon
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Connect with Khaldoon to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Khaldoon's home
Connect with Khaldoon to know about the hidden gems of Ramadi, Al Anbar Governorate, Iraq
Connect with Khaldoon to explore Ramadi, Al Anbar Governorate, Iraq together
Ramadi, Al Anbar Gover...
Come and explore my town Ramadi with me.
smaro
smaro
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Connect with smaro to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with smaro to know about the hidden gems of Thessaloniki
Connect with smaro to explore Thessaloniki together
Thessaloniki
​I work with clients 1-1 outdoors in Thessaloniki. If you are experiencing loneliness, stress, s...
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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.