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.
Matteo
Matteo
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Connect with Matteo to know about the hidden gems of Emilia-Romagna, Italy
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Connect and lend Matteo's vehicle or get a ride
Emilia-Romagna, Italy
I am in love with bycicles but it’s ok also walking and hanging around !
John
John
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Connect with John to know about the hidden gems of Athens
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Athens
I love spending time with people who want to explore the real Athens. So if you wanna understand ...
Hamdi
Hamdi
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Connect with Hamdi to know about the hidden gems of Amman
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Amman
Amman is beautiful and diverse middle eastern city which has many great attractions and activitie...
Neno
Neno
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Connect with Neno to know about the hidden gems of Pula, Croatia
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Pula, Croatia
I am Neno from Croatia. If you are planning to visit my country, I am at your disposal for some ...
mustafa
mustafa
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Connect with mustafa to know about the hidden gems of Adana, Reşatbey, Seyhan/Adana, Turkey
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Adana, Reşatbey, Seyha...
We can have so many beautiful memories together and wxplore the city
Radek
Radek
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Connect with Radek to know about the hidden gems of Kwidzyn
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Kwidzyn
Looking to spend the next chapter of my life travelling and meeting new people.
Liuba
Liuba
Connect with Liuba to know about the hidden gems of Chișinău, Moldova
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Chișinău, Moldova
will be glad to give you my insights on. the country and to meet for a ☕️
Emy
Emy
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Connect with Emy to know about the hidden gems of Munich, Germany
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Munich, Germany
Hang out and have a nice time.
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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.