How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

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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.
Francesco
Francesco
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Connect with Francesco to know about the hidden gems of 86029 Trivento CB, Italy
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86029 Trivento CB, Italy
It would be great to share interests, information, knowledges and exchange hospitality when needed.
Borche
Borche
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Connect with Borche to know about the hidden gems of Čento, North Macedonia
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Čento, North Macedonia
I would like to take you haking in the mountains, rivers, lakes and show you the beauties of the ...
abdel
abdel
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Connect with abdel to know about the hidden gems of Alexandria, Gouvernement al-Iskandariyya, Ägypten
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Alexandria, Gouverneme...
I am aircraft engineer like language exchange and culture difference and hope to make good image ...
wAsEeM
wAsEeM
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Bursa, Turkey
if you exited to visit this city ask me about everything
Gholamreza
Gholamreza
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İzmir, Turkey
Getting to know a strange girl for a few days and spending time and exchanging thoughts and exper...
Anastasios
Anastasios
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Connect with Anastasios to know about the hidden gems of Pylaía
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Pylaía
Howdy? I live in a wonderful area located in Northern Greece. Τhe place offers unlimited nature, ...
Ariel
Ariel
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Jerusalem
I can show you around old city , markets and my favorite coffee shop.
Fady
Fady
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Amman, Jordan
let me show you how locals are living here
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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.