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.
Natheer
Natheer
Connect with Natheer to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Natheer's home
Connect with Natheer to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Natheer to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect and lend Natheer's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Natheer's travel and outdoor equipment
Amman, Jordan
I will show you all you want in Jordan
Furkan
Furkan
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Connect with Furkan to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Furkan to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
İ can be local adviser for you if you are planning a trip to Istanbul.i can show and trip famous ...
Rebecca
Rebecca
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Connect with Rebecca to explore Dubrovnik, Croatia together
Connect and lend Rebecca's vehicle or get a ride
Dubrovnik, Croatia
I organise 5 day tours for solo travellers :) Your accommodation will be my home (I have 2 gorgeo...
Andre'
Andre'
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Connect and stay in Andre''s home
Connect with Andre' to know about the hidden gems of Ix-Xgħajra, Malta
Connect with Andre' to explore Ix-Xgħajra, Malta together
Ix-Xgħajra, Malta
Hey there, fellow solo traveler! 🌍 If you're heading to  Malta, I'd love to show you around ...
Davide
Davide
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Connect and stay in Davide's home
Connect with Davide to know about the hidden gems of Ferrara, Province of Ferrara, Italy
Connect with Davide to explore Ferrara, Province of Ferrara, Italy together
Ferrara, Province of F...
i love walking and showing the best places in the town despite the fact it's not big but there ar...
Evdokia
Evdokia
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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 ...
Gianmarco
Gianmarco
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Connect and stay in Gianmarco's home
Connect with Gianmarco to know about the hidden gems of Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
Connect with Gianmarco to explore Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy together
Venice, Metropolitan C...
Hi! I'm Gianmarco, I'm 29 and I work as insurance consultant for Allianz. I managed an Airbnb for...
Iskren
Iskren
Connect with Iskren to know about the hidden gems of Sofia, Bulgaria
Connect with Iskren to explore Sofia, Bulgaria together
Sofia, Bulgaria
I like mountains and seas. I usually sleep outdoor, I do like camping 🏕️
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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.