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.
Amr
Amr
Connect with Amr to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Amr's home
Cairo
i have a private extra room for guest , i am down to earth , educated , i speak many language , i...
Mohamed
Mohamed
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Connect with Mohamed to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Mohamed to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
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Cairo, Cairo Governora...
hidden gems and local nice food places
Karolína
Karolína
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Connect with Karolína to know about the hidden gems of Praha, Česko
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Praha, Česko
Maybe I can show you some hidden and more underground places. Something that basic turists can’t ...
Omar
Omar
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Giza District, Giza Go...
i love welcoming new people not only in my country but in my life too .. 😃 so let's have unforget...
Keith
Keith
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Florence, Metropolitan...
I would love to have a friend to see the sights and enjoy good food
Hanan
Hanan
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Cairo, Cairo Governora...
Hello, My name is Hanan Salah ,iam a qualified, certificated professional tour guide from Cairo .
ahmet
ahmet
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Kayseri
We can going on skiing to Mount Erciyes in the winters or mountaineering in the summers.
Takis
Takis
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Connect with Takis to know about the hidden gems of Kos 853 00, Greece
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Kos 853 00, Greece
One good Idea is when you coming to Kos island to take the bus and explorer whole island .
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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.