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.
megs
megs
verification-badge Verified
Connect with megs to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in megs's home
Connect with megs to know about the hidden gems of Hurghada
Connect with megs to explore Hurghada together
Connect and use megs's travel and outdoor equipment
Hurghada
🌟 Friendly Tips for Travelers in Egypt • Pack light, stay comfy → Egypt is sunny most of the ye...
Enrico
Enrico
Connect with Enrico to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Enrico's home
Connect with Enrico to know about the hidden gems of Rome
Connect with Enrico to explore Rome together
Rome
I am available on weekends but I always prefer leaving Rome and heading to small towns or in beau...
Manuel
Manuel
Connect with Manuel to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Manuel to know about the hidden gems of 95014 Giarre, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy
Connect with Manuel to explore 95014 Giarre, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy together
Connect and lend Manuel's vehicle or get a ride
95014 Giarre, Metropol...
Enjoy a coffee on the wonderful Riposto's old town together 😍
Patti
Patti
Connect with Patti to meet up for coffee or drink
Athens, Greece
Fancy exploring the city together? Get in touch
Darko
Darko
Connect with Darko to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Darko to know about the hidden gems of Sarajevo
Connect with Darko to explore Sarajevo together
Sarajevo
Where East meets West 😊
Stelios
Stelios
Connect with Stelios to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Stelios to know about the hidden gems of Chania, Greece
Connect with Stelios to explore Chania, Greece together
Chania, Greece
Can share a lot of tips that can make your experience a lot better in Chania
Iva
Iva
Connect with Iva to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Iva to know about the hidden gems of Mostar
Connect with Iva to explore Mostar together
Mostar
I can show you around my town and sit for a coffee, i love taking pictures, skating and adventures!
Danish
Danish
verification-badge Verified
Connect with Danish to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Danish's home
Connect with Danish to know about the hidden gems of Budapest
Connect with Danish to explore Budapest together
Budapest
I have been living in this magical capital city for past some years. It has it's own vibes and ch...
As Seen In
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.