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.
rawda
rawda
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Connect with rawda to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with rawda to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
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Cairo, Cairo Governora...
I accompany travelers for a seamless and enriching Cairo experience, exploring iconic sites, hidd...
Nicolas
Nicolas
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Connect with Nicolas to explore Kotor, Montenegro together
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Kotor, Montenegro
I live in the UK but spend most of my holiday time in Montenegro as I have my summer home here wh...
Dorian
Dorian
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Connect with Dorian to know about the hidden gems of 10450, Jastrebarsko, Croatia
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10450, Jastrebarsko, C...
Hey guys, I m Dorian and I live in Jastrebarsko. If you happen to come here I can show you around...
elena
elena
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Connect with elena to explore Athens together
Athens
lets discover athens together i show you around. this amazing city. the home of the Gods
Rojin
Rojin
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Connect with Rojin to explore Antalya together
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Antalya
spontaneous adventure & Hidden gems of the world I’m a flexible person
Ahmed
Ahmed
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Connect with Ahmed to know about the hidden gems of Cairo
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Cairo
Share tips and hangs and advises
Abdallah
Abdallah
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Connect with Abdallah to explore 6th Of October, Egypt 12556 together
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6th Of October, Egypt ...
Show around the city
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 ...
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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.