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.
Anna
Anna
Connect with Anna to meet up for coffee or drink
St Julian's, Malta
maybe some cocktail or standard beer ? :)
Rohit
Rohit
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Connect and stay in Rohit's home
Connect with Rohit to know about the hidden gems of Deggendorf, Germany
Connect with Rohit to explore Deggendorf, Germany together
Deggendorf, Germany
Hey there, fellow traveler! πŸ‘‹ If you're heading to Deggendorf, Germany, I've got your back! As a ...
Ismail
Ismail
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Connect and stay in Ismail's home
Connect with Ismail to know about the hidden gems of Amman
Connect with Ismail to explore Amman together
Connect and lend Ismail's vehicle or get a ride
Amman
I can show u what others wish to see lol i know the best spots in town
Abood
Abood
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Connect with Abood to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Abood to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect and lend Abood's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Abood's travel and outdoor equipment
Amman, Jordan
Let’s discover like locals
John
John
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Connect with John to know about the hidden gems of Athens
Connect with John to explore Athens together
Athens
I love spending time with people who want to explore the real Athens. So if you wanna understand ...
Mahmoud
Mahmoud
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Connect and stay in Mahmoud's home
Connect with Mahmoud to know about the hidden gems of Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Mahmoud to explore Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt together
Hurghada, Red Sea Gove...
Hurghada is such a nice place , people is so good and sea is fantastic
Hosam
Hosam
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Connect with Hosam to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Hosam to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
Connect and lend Hosam's vehicle or get a ride
Cairo, Cairo Governora...
Welcome to Cairo! I’d love to meet you at the airport, show you around the city, take you to the ...
Ali
Ali
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Cairo, Cairo Governora...
Hey there! Welcome to Cairo! 🌟 I'm so pumped to show you around my city and grab a coffee or drin...
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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

β€œI 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.