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.
Christos
Christos
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Connect with Christos to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Christos to know about the hidden gems of Thessaloniki
Connect with Christos to explore Thessaloniki together
Connect and lend Christos's vehicle or get a ride
Thessaloniki
I'm mostly available for small outings for drink or food, I have lived in Thessaloniki since I wa...
Giovanni
Giovanni
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Connect with Giovanni to explore Rome together
Rome
Ciao from the capital of the world! If you come to Rome, let's grab a pizza or a gelato, or perha...
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...
AURORA
AURORA
Connect with AURORA to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with AURORA to explore Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy together
Rome, Metropolitan Cit...
Me basically from India and I have beeb living in Rome for five years
Bassem
Bassem
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Connect with Bassem to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
Connect and lend Bassem's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Bassem's travel and outdoor equipment
Connect with Bassem to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Cairo, Cairo Governora...
let's walk , drink , and explore Egypt
Nick
Nick
Connect with Nick to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Nick to know about the hidden gems of Athens
Connect with Nick to explore Athens together
Athens
Hey there! 🇬🇷 Welcome to Athens! I'm Yiannis, a waiter and a local here. I love hiking, checking ...
ajinkya
ajinkya
Connect with ajinkya to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in ajinkya's home
Warsaw, Poland
I am new in warsaw poland and have rented out a nice cosy place to stay in mokotow and explore.
smaro
smaro
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Connect with smaro to know about the hidden gems of Thessaloniki
Connect with smaro to explore Thessaloniki together
Thessaloniki
​I work with clients 1-1 outdoors in Thessaloniki. If you are experiencing loneliness, stress, s...
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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.