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.
Miroslav
Miroslav
Connect with Miroslav to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Miroslav's home
Connect with Miroslav to know about the hidden gems of Žilina
Connect with Miroslav to explore Žilina together
Connect and lend Miroslav's vehicle or get a ride
Žilina
Cities are cool – there’s always a lot happening. But nature… oh man, that’s where the real beau...
Islam
Islam
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Cairo
We can go wherever we want , you’ll not be treated like a tourist, as I’m not your tourist guide ...
Hakan
Hakan
Connect with Hakan to meet up for coffee or drink
Istanbul
How is ur mood today
Darinka
Darinka
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Connect with Darinka to know about the hidden gems of Valletta
Connect with Darinka to explore Valletta together
Valletta
Would love to show around some secret gems that a tourist won't know about.
Shymaa
Shymaa
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Connect with Shymaa to know about the hidden gems of El Sheikh Zayed City, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Shymaa to explore El Sheikh Zayed City, Giza Governorate, Egypt together
Connect and lend Shymaa's vehicle or get a ride
El Sheikh Zayed City, ...
I'm here when u come
Musab
Musab
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Connect with Musab to know about the hidden gems of Sofia, Bulgaria
Connect with Musab to explore Sofia, Bulgaria together
Sofia, Bulgaria
I would like to share with the most important sights in Sofia. I have been traveling all of Bul...
ravi
ravi
Connect with ravi to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in ravi's home
Connect with ravi to know about the hidden gems of Varazhdin, Croatia
Connect with ravi to explore Varazhdin, Croatia together
Connect and use ravi's travel and outdoor equipment
Varazhdin, Croatia
I love to hang out with people to joy party concerts
Pavol
Pavol
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Connect with Pavol to know about the hidden gems of Wien, Österreich
Connect with Pavol to explore Wien, Österreich together
Connect and lend Pavol's vehicle or get a ride
Wien, Österreich
Hey there, fellow traveler! 👋 If you're flying solo in Vienna, I've got your back. I'm all about ...
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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.