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.
Giovanni
Giovanni
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Connect with Giovanni to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Giovanni to explore Rome together
Rome
Ciao from the capital of the world! If you come to Rome, let's grab a pizza or a gelato, or perha...
Elpida
Elpida
Connect with Elpida to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Elpida to explore Athens together
Athens
I'd love to show you the beautiful south coast of Athens — from Glyfafa to Sounio or the centre ...
Jesse
Jesse
Connect with Jesse to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Jesse's home
Connect with Jesse to explore Sofia, Bulgaria together
Connect and lend Jesse's vehicle or get a ride
Sofia, Bulgaria
Would like to visit the Beach and also travel around my city to explore more..
Alex
Alex
Connect with Alex to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Alex to know about the hidden gems of Wien, Österreich
Connect with Alex to explore Wien, Österreich together
Wien, Österreich
See Vienna with the eyes of a local. Beside the main attractions you can experience the less tour...
Ahmed
Ahmed
Connect with Ahmed to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ahmed to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
Cairo, Cairo Governora...
Hey there, solo traveler! Welcome to Cairo! I'm excited to show you around my vibrant city. Let's...
Abdulrauf
Abdulrauf
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Connect with Abdulrauf to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Abdulrauf's home
Connect with Abdulrauf to know about the hidden gems of Ajdabiya
Connect with Abdulrauf to explore Ajdabiya together
Connect and lend Abdulrauf's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Abdulrauf's travel and outdoor equipment
Ajdabiya
Hey there! Welcome to Ajdabiya! I'm a local with a passion for exploring and connecting with new ...
Evdokia
Evdokia
Connect with Evdokia to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Evdokia to explore Heraklion, Greece together
Heraklion, Greece
Coffee ☕️ or a walk in town to show you the best spots for food? I'm in. Or maybe yet go to the ...
Ramez
Ramez
Connect with Ramez to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ramez to explore Katowice together
Katowice
Katowice is the capital of silesia in southern Poland, it is worthy to visit.
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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.