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.
Rojin
Rojin
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Connect with Rojin to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Rojin's home
Connect with Rojin to explore Antalya together
Connect and use Rojin's travel and outdoor equipment
Antalya
spontaneous adventure & Hidden gems of the world I’m a flexible person
mohsen
mohsen
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Connect with mohsen to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with mohsen to know about the hidden gems of Munich
Connect with mohsen to explore Munich together
Munich
I know some restaurants and other places for having fun.
Shammi
Shammi
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Connect and stay in Shammi's home
Connect with Shammi to know about the hidden gems of Birżebbuġa, Malta
Birżebbuġa, Malta
Exploring Malta,
Tony
Tony
Connect with Tony to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Tony to know about the hidden gems of Tirana
Connect with Tony to explore Tirana together
Connect and lend Tony's vehicle or get a ride
Tirana
Since I am a traveler myself, I can give you the right suggestion what to see and what to do, unf...
Or
Or
Connect and use Or's travel and outdoor equipment
Qormi
I have a big Boat, for rafting and exploring the kinnert
Laxmi
Laxmi
Connect with Laxmi to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Laxmi's home
Connect with Laxmi to know about the hidden gems of Makarska
Connect with Laxmi to explore Makarska together
Makarska
Makarska and its neighbouring villages and towns are breathtaking.
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
Alexa
Alexa
Connect with Alexa to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Alexa to know about the hidden gems of Romania
Connect with Alexa to explore Romania together
Romania
I can show you secret spots where we can eat something delicious and very cheap or maybe we can g...
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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.