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.
Kiran
Kiran
Connect with Kiran to explore Salzburg, Austria together
Salzburg, Austria
Would like to explore nearby beautiful locations like Hallstat, Berchtesgarden etc..
Komal
Komal
Connect with Komal to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Komal to explore Rosenheim (Landkreis), Bavaria, Germany together
Rosenheim (Landkreis),...
Hey there! 🌍 I’m a 26-year-old finance pro from living in beautiful Rosenheim. I grew up in Garmi...
Mahran
Mahran
Connect with Mahran to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Mahran to know about the hidden gems of Amman
Connect with Mahran to explore Amman together
Connect and lend Mahran's vehicle or get a ride
Amman
I'm happy to meet any traveler as I'm Traveller too and I'd like to find travel buddy also..
Burak
Burak
Connect with Burak to meet up for coffee or drink
İstanbul, Türkiye
I would like to help people explore.just text me when you came to İstanbul and we will meet
Ariel
Ariel
Connect with Ariel to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Ariel's home
Connect with Ariel to know about the hidden gems of Jerusalem
Connect with Ariel to explore Jerusalem together
Connect and lend Ariel's vehicle or get a ride
Jerusalem
I can show you around old city , markets and my favorite coffee shop.
elena
elena
Connect with elena to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with elena to explore Athens together
Athens
lets discover athens together i show you around. this amazing city. the home of the Gods
Sbalati
Sbalati
Connect with Sbalati to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Sbalati's home
Connect with Sbalati to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Sbalati to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Sbalati to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect with Sbalati to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect and lend Sbalati's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and lend Sbalati's vehicle or get a ride
Amman, Jordan
any thing posible
Fady
Fady
Connect with Fady to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Fady to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Fady to explore Amman, Jordan together
Amman, Jordan
let me show you how locals are living here
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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.