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.
Andrea
Andrea
Connect with Andrea to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Andrea's home
Connect with Andrea to know about the hidden gems of Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Connect with Andrea to explore Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy together
Connect and lend Andrea's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Andrea's travel and outdoor equipment
Rome, Metropolitan Cit...
I am a local I like to show and share local food with explanations of cooking
Sbalati
Sbalati
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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
Krish
Krish
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İstanbul, Türkiye
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Lukas
Lukas
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Connect with Lukas to know about the hidden gems of Trakai, Lithuania
Connect with Lukas to explore Trakai, Lithuania together
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Trakai, Lithuania
open minded, spontanious, up for any kind of fun 🙃
Its
Its
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Connect with Its to know about the hidden gems of Tirana
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Tirana
As someone who loves his country and knows it well, I’d be happy to welcome anyone visiting Alban...
Sam
Sam
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Connect with Sam to know about the hidden gems of Beirut, Lebanon
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Beirut, Lebanon
traveling to Istanbul
Julia
Julia
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Connect with Julia to know about the hidden gems of Qormi
Connect with Julia to explore Qormi together
Qormi
Hey there, fellow traveler) Let's explore Malta together. I can show you cool places I love mysel...
Sayed
Sayed
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Connect with Sayed to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Sayed to explore Istanbul together
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Istanbul
Hi! I’m Sayed — an architect and hospitality expert who has lived in Istanbul for years. I know...
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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.