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.
Arifur
Arifur
Connect with Arifur to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Arifur's home
Connect with Arifur to know about the hidden gems of 94032 Passau, Germany
Connect with Arifur to explore 94032 Passau, Germany together
94032 Passau, Germany
I like to talk, help them to find the accommodation and beautifully place
Osama
Osama
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Connect with Osama to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Osama to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
Connect and lend Osama's vehicle or get a ride
Cairo, Cairo Governora...
“Osama, 28, adventure enthusiast who loves exploring new places and making connections. More into...
Ruslan
Ruslan
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Connect and stay in Ruslan's home
Connect with Ruslan to know about the hidden gems of Sofia
Connect with Ruslan to explore Sofia together
Sofia
What makes my city special? - Come and find out
Karolina
Karolina
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Connect with Karolina to know about the hidden gems of Warszawa, Polska
Connect with Karolina to explore Warszawa, Polska together
Warszawa, Polska
Do you want to look for a good food? - You got it. Nature or outdoor events? - Sure. Museums and ...
Gringo
Gringo
Connect with Gringo to explore Athens, Greece together
Connect and lend Gringo's vehicle or get a ride
Athens, Greece
as a solo traveler around the world , i always meet crazy locals to do dome extraordinary things ...
Kai
Kai
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Connect and stay in Kai's home
Connect with Kai to know about the hidden gems of Saxon Switzerland National Park
Connect with Kai to explore Saxon Switzerland National Park together
Saxon Switzerland Nati...
I am a traveller and live in German-speaking Switzerland between Bern and Basel. I'm often out an...
Mohammad
Mohammad
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Connect with Mohammad to know about the hidden gems of Antalya
Connect with Mohammad to explore Antalya together
Connect and lend Mohammad's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Mohammad's travel and outdoor equipment
Antalya
'-) it is nice to know what adventurer do to people .
Elif
Elif
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Istanbul
I take my time with coffee, I don’t mind getting lost in the streets. Good conversation and good ...
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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.