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.
karem
karem
Connect with karem to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with karem to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
🌍 Istanbul… the city between two continents<br>Istanbul is not just a city, it’s an experience wh...
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 ...
Sam
Sam
Connect with Sam to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Sam to know about the hidden gems of Beirut, Lebanon
Connect with Sam to explore Beirut, Lebanon together
Connect and lend Sam's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Sam's travel and outdoor equipment
Beirut, Lebanon
traveling to Istanbul
elena
elena
Connect with elena to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with elena to explore Athens together
Athens
lets discover athens together i show you around. this amazing city. the home of the Gods
Rita
Rita
Connect with Rita to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Rita's home
Connect with Rita to know about the hidden gems of Urmia, West Azerbaijan Province, Iran
Connect with Rita to explore Urmia, West Azerbaijan Province, Iran together
Connect and lend Rita's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Rita's travel and outdoor equipment
Urmia, West Azerbaijan...
I'm in Iran urmia city
eva
eva
Connect with eva to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with eva to know about the hidden gems of Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye
Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye
Give advices about the local areas&nbsp;
Szilvia
Szilvia
Connect with Szilvia to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Szilvia to know about the hidden gems of Budapest
Connect with Szilvia to explore Budapest together
Budapest
I know the best places of my city.
Kemal
Kemal
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Connect with Kemal to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Kemal's home
Connect with Kemal to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Kemal to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
Living in Istanbul, I’ve grown to love every corner of this chaotic yet beautiful city. From the ...
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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.