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.
Michael
Michael
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Connect with Michael to know about the hidden gems of Beirut, Lebanon
Connect with Michael to explore Beirut, Lebanon together
Connect and lend Michael's vehicle or get a ride
Beirut, Lebanon
Hey there! Welcome to Beirut! 🌆 I'm a physiotherapist and music lover who's always up for an adve...
Stefan-Ionut
Stefan-Ionut
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Connect with Stefan-Ionut to know about the hidden gems of Iași, Romania
Connect with Stefan-Ionut to explore Iași, Romania together
Iași, Romania
I know best places for coffee and food, and best parks to take a walk, what else do you need? We ...
Ramez
Ramez
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Connect with Ramez to explore Katowice together
Katowice
Katowice is the capital of silesia in southern Poland, it is worthy to visit.
Cristina
Cristina
Connect with Cristina to know about the hidden gems of Bucharest
Connect with Cristina to explore Bucharest together
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Connect and use Cristina's travel and outdoor equipment
Bucharest
i got the kush and i can show u all the cool shit my town has to offer.That includes parks,museum...
Mo
Mo
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Connect with Mo to know about the hidden gems of Warsaw, Poland
Connect with Mo to explore Warsaw, Poland together
Warsaw, Poland
Im ready for showing any place in poland
Jorge
Jorge
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Connect with Jorge to know about the hidden gems of Bautzen
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Bautzen
Can guide a little Tour by the city, show some good spots to visit and places to eat.
Hosein
Hosein
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Connect and stay in Hosein's home
Connect with Hosein to know about the hidden gems of Athens, Greece
Connect with Hosein to explore Athens, Greece together
Athens, Greece
Welcome to the city of stone and sun. I hope you enjoy your stay in Athens and if you don't have ...
hisham
hisham
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Connect with hisham to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with hisham to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
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Connect and use hisham's travel and outdoor equipment
Cairo, Cairo Governora...
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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.