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.
Jesse
Jesse
Connect with Jesse to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Jesse's home
Connect with Jesse to explore Sofia, Bulgaria together
Connect and lend Jesse's vehicle or get a ride
Sofia, Bulgaria
Would like to visit the Beach and also travel around my city to explore more..
Nazif
Nazif
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Connect with Nazif to know about the hidden gems of Warsaw, Poland
Connect with Nazif to explore Warsaw, Poland together
Warsaw, Poland
I can show the visitors around the city.
Abdulrauf
Abdulrauf
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Connect with Abdulrauf to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Abdulrauf's home
Connect with Abdulrauf to know about the hidden gems of Ajdabiya
Connect with Abdulrauf to explore Ajdabiya together
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Connect and use Abdulrauf's travel and outdoor equipment
Ajdabiya
Hey there! Welcome to Ajdabiya! I'm a local with a passion for exploring and connecting with new ...
Mohamed
Mohamed
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Connect with Mohamed to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Mohamed to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
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Cairo, Cairo Governora...
Lets explore Egypt with all fascinating sights
Angelos
Angelos
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Connect with Angelos to know about the hidden gems of Zefiri, Greece
Connect with Angelos to explore Zefiri, Greece together
Zefiri, Greece
Hey there..if you are planning to visit Athens i can maybe show you around here. I too am looking...
Spyridon
Spyridon
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Connect with Spyridon to explore Corfu, Greece together
Corfu, Greece
I'm always happy to show travelers my favorite local spots — from hidden beaches and scenic walks...
abdel
abdel
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Connect with abdel to know about the hidden gems of Alexandria, Gouvernement al-Iskandariyya, Ägypten
Connect with abdel to explore Alexandria, Gouvernement al-Iskandariyya, Ägypten together
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Connect and use abdel's travel and outdoor equipment
Alexandria, Gouverneme...
I am aircraft engineer like language exchange and culture difference and hope to make good image ...
New
New
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Connect with New to know about the hidden gems of Vienna
Connect with New to explore Vienna together
Vienna
Anything to make you feel welcome in the beautiful city of Vienna .
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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.