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.
Demetres
Demetres
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Connect and stay in Demetres's home
Connect with Demetres to know about the hidden gems of Nea Styra 340 15, Greece
Connect with Demetres to explore Nea Styra 340 15, Greece together
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Nea Styra 340 15, Greece
Local with ancient origins in Nea Styra, Evia
Nazif
Nazif
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Connect with Nazif to know about the hidden gems of Warsaw, Poland
Connect with Nazif to explore Warsaw, Poland together
Warsaw, Poland
I can show the visitors around the city.
Fadas
Fadas
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Connect with Fadas to explore Munich together
Connect and lend Fadas's vehicle or get a ride
Munich
Mostly I can help you with transport during the weekends.
İsmail
İsmail
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Connect with İsmail to explore İstanbul, Türkiye together
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İstanbul, Türkiye
I enjoy living in the moment, exploring the city, and meeting new people. I’d love to walk around...
Giorgi
Giorgi
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Connect with Giorgi to know about the hidden gems of Warszawa
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Warszawa
I am ready to consider all offers as it is my hobby to meet new people
Amr
Amr
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Connect with Amr to know about the hidden gems of New Cairo City, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Amr to explore New Cairo City, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
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New Cairo City, Cairo ...
Good vibes🤘
Mustafa
Mustafa
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Connect with Mustafa to explore Bagdad, Iraq together
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Bagdad, Iraq
Hey there! 🌍 If you're a solo traveler in Baghdad, I've got your back!
Hasse
Hasse
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Connect with Hasse to know about the hidden gems of Prague
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Prague
Stock full of history, beautiful architecture and an intruiging Central Europe atmosphere.
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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.