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.
rawda
rawda
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Connect with rawda to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with rawda to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
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Cairo, Cairo Governora...
I accompany travelers for a seamless and enriching Cairo experience, exploring iconic sites, hidd...
Brett
Brett
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Connect with Brett to know about the hidden gems of Pogradec, Albania
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Pogradec, Albania
I would love to grab coffee or a meal. I always looking for travel buddies to explore everywhe...
marika
marika
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Connect with marika to know about the hidden gems of Verona
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Verona
I would take you to visit the hidden places not frequented by tourists but that are small gems th...
Ramez
Ramez
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Connect with Ramez to explore Katowice together
Katowice
Katowice is the capital of silesia in southern Poland, it is worthy to visit.
Demetres
Demetres
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Connect with Demetres to know about the hidden gems of Nea Styra 340 15, Greece
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Nea Styra 340 15, Greece
Local with ancient origins in Nea Styra, Evia
Magdalena
Magdalena
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Connect with Magdalena to know about the hidden gems of Poznań, Poland
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Poznań, Poland
Hi, as an ex couch surfer, ex host and ex travel photographer who currently works in global mobil...
Nikola
Nikola
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Connect with Nikola to know about the hidden gems of Belgrade
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Belgrade
I am single 52 yr old male, looking for travel buddy. If you are in Belgrade and would like enjo...
Lory
Lory
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Connect with Lory to explore 55049 Viareggio, Province of Lucca, Italy together
55049 Viareggio, Provi...
If you don't know your way around or want to get to know the little gems of the place like where ...
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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.