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.
Melli
Melli
Connect with Melli to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Melli to know about the hidden gems of Landshut, Germany
Connect with Melli to explore Landshut, Germany together
Landshut, Germany
I am always passionate about ging you tips what to visit in lovely Bavaria or showing you around ...
John
John
Connect with John to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with John to know about the hidden gems of Athens
Connect with John to explore Athens together
Athens
I love spending time with people who want to explore the real Athens. So if you wanna understand ...
Deky
Deky
Connect with Deky to meet up for coffee or drink
Nitra
Hey there, fellow adventurer! 🌍 If you're heading to Nitra, Slowakia, let's connect! As a seasone...
Furkan
Furkan
Connect with Furkan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Furkan to know about the hidden gems of Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey
Connect with Furkan to explore Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey together
Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey
we have very special coffee, beautiful sunset, fresh air, the highest point in istanbul.
Kiran
Kiran
Connect with Kiran to explore Salzburg, Austria together
Salzburg, Austria
Would like to explore nearby beautiful locations like Hallstat, Berchtesgarden etc..
Azan
Azan
Connect with Azan to meet up for coffee or drink
Gorizia, Italy
Come to Italy Gorizia and join me
Fady
Fady
Connect with Fady to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Fady to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Fady to explore Amman, Jordan together
Amman, Jordan
let me show you how locals are living here
Rain
Rain
Connect with Rain to meet up for coffee or drink
Istanbul
Let’s Explore real beauty of Istanbul with Excellent sightings, Cheap accommodation recommendatio...
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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.