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.
Majd
Majd
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Damascus
My name is majd, and i can show you damascus in all of version of the city
Manuel
Manuel
Connect with Manuel to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Manuel to know about the hidden gems of 95014 Giarre, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy
Connect with Manuel to explore 95014 Giarre, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy together
Connect and lend Manuel's vehicle or get a ride
95014 Giarre, Metropol...
Enjoy a coffee on the wonderful Riposto's old town together 😍
Loay
Loay
Connect with Loay to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Loay's home
Connect with Loay to know about the hidden gems of Nazareth, Israel
Connect with Loay to explore Nazareth, Israel together
Connect and lend Loay's vehicle or get a ride
Nazareth, Israel
places around the country, camping, community, extraordinary events , open for any suggestions
Adeel
Adeel
Connect with Adeel to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Adeel's home
Connect with Adeel to know about the hidden gems of Munich, Germany
Connect with Adeel to explore Munich, Germany together
Munich, Germany
Looking to explore the area and meet interesting people I am also active on Couchsurfing, so I c...
Krish
Krish
Connect with Krish to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Krish's home
İstanbul, Türkiye
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Share trips, save cost
Ahmad
Ahmad
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Amman
Its cool to meet new people with different cultures
Nali
Nali
Connect with Nali to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Nali to know about the hidden gems of Erbil
Connect with Nali to explore Erbil together
Connect and lend Nali's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Nali's travel and outdoor equipment
Erbil
Enjoying meals at local restaurants, food markets, or street vendors together can be a fun and bo...
Aminovitch
Aminovitch
Connect with Aminovitch to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Aminovitch's home
Connect with Aminovitch to know about the hidden gems of Pesaro, Province of Pesaro and Urbino, Italy
Connect with Aminovitch to explore Pesaro, Province of Pesaro and Urbino, Italy together
Connect and lend Aminovitch's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Aminovitch's travel and outdoor equipment
Pesaro, Province of Pe...
let's go and find any places doesn't reached on Google maps lol
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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.