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.
Riad
Riad
Connect with Riad to meet up for coffee or drink
Rome, Metropolitan Cit...
Would love to meet people on my travels and explore Italy together, massive fan of coffee, good f...
Ihab
Ihab
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Connect and stay in Ihab's home
Connect with Ihab to know about the hidden gems of Sibiu, Romania
Connect with Ihab to explore Sibiu, Romania together
Sibiu, Romania
there is not really alot to see in sibiu but there is! The question is, do u want to the the "cla...
Ayberk
Ayberk
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Connect with Ayberk to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
Let’s grab some street food, talk over drinks, and catch a rooftop view of the city lights. I’ll ...
Lana
Lana
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Connect with Lana to explore Venice together
Venice
Hi girls! I am not truly a local, I ve been living in Nice for several months now and would like...
marika
marika
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Connect with marika to know about the hidden gems of Verona
Connect with marika to explore Verona together
Verona
I would take you to visit the hidden places not frequented by tourists but that are small gems th...
Borche
Borche
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Connect and stay in Borche's home
Connect with Borche to know about the hidden gems of Čento, North Macedonia
Connect with Borche to explore Čento, North Macedonia together
Connect and lend Borche's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Borche's travel and outdoor equipment
Čento, North Macedonia
I would like to take you haking in the mountains, rivers, lakes and show you the beauties of the ...
Nelly
Nelly
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Connect with Nelly to know about the hidden gems of Cairo
Cairo
Share local tips and provide help and advice
Alexandros
Alexandros
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Connect with Alexandros to know about the hidden gems of Kallithea, Greece
Connect with Alexandros to explore Kallithea, Greece together
Kallithea, Greece
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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.