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.
Nelly
Nelly
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Connect with Nelly to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Nelly to know about the hidden gems of Cairo
Cairo
Share local tips and provide help and advice
Marti_
Marti_
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Connect with Marti_ to explore Pszczyna, Poland together
Pszczyna, Poland
Well, theres not that much to do but if you want to hang out- im always open.
Nali
Nali
Connect with Nali to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Nali to know about the hidden gems of Erbil
Connect with Nali to explore Erbil together
Connect and lend Nali's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Nali's travel and outdoor equipment
Erbil
Enjoying meals at local restaurants, food markets, or street vendors together can be a fun and bo...
Fady
Fady
Connect with Fady to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Fady to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Fady to explore Amman, Jordan together
Amman, Jordan
let me show you how locals are living here
Abood
Abood
Connect with Abood to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Abood to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Abood to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect and lend Abood's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Abood's travel and outdoor equipment
Amman, Jordan
Let’s discover like locals
OTA
OTA
Connect with OTA to know about the hidden gems of Tbilisi, Georgia
Connect with OTA to explore Tbilisi, Georgia together
Tbilisi, Georgia
I want to explore Georgias must see places, heritage sites etc in this month and next.
Soran
Soran
Connect with Soran to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Soran's home
Connect with Soran to know about the hidden gems of Erbil, Iraq
Connect with Soran to explore Erbil, Iraq together
Connect and lend Soran's vehicle or get a ride
Erbil, Iraq
I will show you historical spots in Erbil and we will try delicous iraqi kurdish food together
Bahadır
Bahadır
Connect with Bahadır to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Bahadır to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Bahadır to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
I live in Istanbul, a city where East meets West. From wandering the historic streets of Sul...
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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.