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.
Andreea
Andreea
Connect with Andreea to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Andreea to know about the hidden gems of Drobeta-Turnu Severin, Romania
Connect with Andreea to explore Drobeta-Turnu Severin, Romania together
Connect and lend Andreea's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Andreea's travel and outdoor equipment
Drobeta-Turnu Severin,...
I can give you a tour of my town and we could go on a hike in Mehedinti or in the nearby counties
Almasalha
Almasalha
Connect with Almasalha to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Almasalha to explore Madaba, Jordan together
Madaba, Jordan
travel
Anna
Anna
Connect with Anna to meet up for coffee or drink
Budva
I like to travel, run, hike mountains, ride a bike and relax. I work in IT, 163 cm tall, 60 kg we...
Mortaza
Mortaza
Connect with Mortaza to meet up for coffee or drink
Beirut
Hey there! Welcome to Beirut! I'm excited to show you around my city, whether it's grabbing a cof...
Mohamed
Mohamed
Connect with Mohamed to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Mohamed's home
Connect with Mohamed to know about the hidden gems of Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Mohamed to explore Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt together
Connect and lend Mohamed's vehicle or get a ride
Alexandria, Alexandria...
Peace be upon you friend, welcome to Egypt, I hope you have great happy Trip and enjoy your time ...
Nikos
Nikos
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Connect and stay in Nikos's home
Connect with Nikos to know about the hidden gems of Athens
Connect with Nikos to explore Athens together
Connect and lend Nikos's vehicle or get a ride
Athens
I would gladly provide local info, just ask me :)
Magdalena
Magdalena
Connect with Magdalena to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Magdalena to explore Praha, Česko together
Praha, Česko
Hey, I know a lot of cool places, the best way to get there is by walking. So tie your shoes and ...
Emad
Emad
Connect with Emad to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Emad to know about the hidden gems of Sharm El-Sheikh, Second Sharm Al Shiekh, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Emad to explore Sharm El-Sheikh, Second Sharm Al Shiekh, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt together
Connect and use Emad's travel and outdoor equipment
Connect and lend Emad's vehicle or get a ride
Sharm El-Sheikh, Secon...
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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.