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.
Sparsh
Sparsh
Connect with Sparsh to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Sparsh to know about the hidden gems of Yerevan, Armenia
Connect with Sparsh to explore Yerevan, Armenia together
Yerevan, Armenia
Best hotspots if town
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 ...
Roben
Roben
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Connect with Roben to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Roben to know about the hidden gems of Cyclades
Connect with Roben to explore Cyclades together
Cyclades
Explore explore explore:)
Timi
Timi
Connect with Timi to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Timi's home
Budapest
i can show you around my fav places in Budapest
Natheer
Natheer
Connect with Natheer to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Natheer's home
Connect with Natheer to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Natheer to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect and lend Natheer's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Natheer's travel and outdoor equipment
Amman, Jordan
I will show you all you want in Jordan
Okay
Okay
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Connect with Okay to meet up for coffee or drink
Istanbul
Hello, I am from Istanbul. My goal is to accompany you on our trip to Istanbul and improve my Eng...
Aleksandra
Aleksandra
Connect with Aleksandra to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Aleksandra to explore Munich, Germany together
Munich, Germany
You can text me so we can plan your trip and make it great! 😊🧳🧭
Ahmad
Ahmad
Connect with Ahmad to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ahmad to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Egypt
Connect with Ahmad to explore Cairo, Egypt together
Cairo, Egypt
We're gonna visit interesting sights, enjoy local meals, talk about cultures, and maybe we can tr...
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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.