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.
leyyy
leyyy
Connect with leyyy to meet up for coffee or drink
Rome
Ciao, travelers! 👋 I live in Rome and I could give out some advice about the city I live in, It'...
Ahmad
Ahmad
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Amman
Its cool to meet new people with different cultures
Saverio
Saverio
Connect with Saverio to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Saverio to know about the hidden gems of 87067 Rossano, Province of Cosenza, Italy
87067 Rossano, Provinc...
Available to suggest and inspire activities in the city and nearby. Always love to meet new people
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:)
George
George
Connect with George to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with George to know about the hidden gems of Athens, Greece
Connect with George to explore Athens, Greece together
Athens, Greece
Arts, sights, beaches.
Burak
Burak
Connect with Burak to meet up for coffee or drink
İstanbul, Türkiye
I would like to help people explore.just text me when you came to İstanbul and we will meet
Semih
Semih
Connect with Semih to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Semih's home
Connect with Semih to know about the hidden gems of İstanbul, Turkey
Connect with Semih to explore İstanbul, Turkey together
Connect and lend Semih's vehicle or get a ride
İstanbul, Turkey
Would like to having a boat travel and diving, swiming and comping
Filip
Filip
Connect with Filip to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Filip's home
Connect with Filip to know about the hidden gems of Belgrade
Connect with Filip to explore Belgrade together
Belgrade
Chill have fun and enjoy
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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.