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.
Ozgur
Ozgur
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Connect and stay in Ozgur's home
Connect with Ozgur to know about the hidden gems of Kaş/Antalya, Türkiye
Connect with Ozgur to explore Kaş/Antalya, Türkiye together
Connect and lend Ozgur's vehicle or get a ride
Kaş/Antalya, Türkiye
Hey there! 🌊 If you're a solo traveler who loves scuba diving, you've come to the right place! I'...
Monjur
Monjur
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San Giuseppe, Italy
Hey there, fellow traveler! Welcome to San Giuseppe! 🌟 I'm a 32-year-old guy who loves exploring ...
Yasen
Yasen
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Connect with Yasen to know about the hidden gems of Sofia
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Sofia
I am kind of fun. Lets roam around.
Elyas
Elyas
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Connect with Elyas to know about the hidden gems of Bursa, Türkiye
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Bursa, Türkiye
Every alley in old Bursa carries a history, and every path in its mountains carries a new memory....
Amin
Amin
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Connect with Amin to know about the hidden gems of İstanbul, Türkiye
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İstanbul, Türkiye
I know so many place you should visit
Darko
Darko
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Connect with Darko to know about the hidden gems of Sarajevo
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Sarajevo
Where East meets West 😊
Anestis
Anestis
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Connect with Anestis to know about the hidden gems of Θεσσαλονίκη, Ελλάδα
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Θεσσαλονίκη, Ελλάδα
My town offers a combination of history , sight seeing , delicious food and many activities!!
Dorinda
Dorinda
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Connect with Dorinda to know about the hidden gems of Wrocław, Poland
Wrocław, Poland
I’m an expat in Poland, and I’ve been living in Wrocław for 3 years. If you need some tips or rec...
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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.