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.
Khashi
Khashi
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Connect with Khashi to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Khashi's home
Connect with Khashi to know about the hidden gems of Munich
Connect with Khashi to explore Munich together
Munich
I’m here to be your local friend , I traveled a lot and what I always wanted was a local friend, ...
Shah
Shah
Connect with Shah to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
Go through the old streets of Istanbul with sparkling stories and years of history. It won't let ...
Amir
Amir
Connect with Amir to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Amir's home
Connect with Amir to know about the hidden gems of Erbil, Erbil Governorate, Iraq
Connect with Amir to explore Erbil, Erbil Governorate, Iraq together
Connect and lend Amir's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Amir's travel and outdoor equipment
Erbil, Erbil Governora...
Hey there, solo traveler! Welcome to Erbil! I'm a local engineer who loves exploring the city, ca...
Fener
Fener
Connect with Fener to meet up for coffee or drink
null, Türkiye
Nice beaches and beautiful sea.
Emma
Emma
Connect with Emma to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Emma to know about the hidden gems of Munich, Germany
Connect with Emma to explore Munich, Germany together
Connect and use Emma's travel and outdoor equipment
Munich, Germany
I like hiking and exploring new things. I'm a student /doctor. Living in munich for 5 years now.
Mai
Mai
Connect with Mai to know about the hidden gems of Sharm El-Sheikh
Sharm El-Sheikh
If you’re not sure where to go or want tips from someone local, I’m always happy to help. I m...
Mario
Mario
Roma
I can with most pleasure show my city and time to time host one person in my studio in the city c...
Can
Can
Connect with Can to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Can to know about the hidden gems of Konya, Türkiye
Connect with Can to explore Konya, Türkiye together
Konya, Türkiye
If you want a local friend who can show you around in Konya. You are looking at the right person.
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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.