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.
Darinka
Darinka
Connect with Darinka to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Darinka to know about the hidden gems of Valletta
Connect with Darinka to explore Valletta together
Valletta
Would love to show around some secret gems that a tourist won't know about.
Rayan
Rayan
Connect with Rayan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Rayan's home
Connect with Rayan to know about the hidden gems of Tabuk Saudi Arabia
Connect with Rayan to explore Tabuk Saudi Arabia together
Connect and lend Rayan's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Rayan's travel and outdoor equipment
Tabuk Saudi Arabia
Greetings , I’m more than happy to show you the castle of Tabuk or take you in a ride through th...
Cinar
Cinar
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Connect with Cinar to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
“This one’s got real potential.” – My 90+ next door neighbor “Excellent incisors. And he flosses...
Rainer
Rainer
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Connect and stay in Rainer's home
Connect with Rainer to know about the hidden gems of Antalya, Türkiye
Connect with Rainer to explore Antalya, Türkiye together
Antalya, Türkiye
Enjoy the cute buildings, the small walkways, Restaurants, Shops without an end.
Alex
Alex
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Connect with Alex to know about the hidden gems of Prague
Connect with Alex to explore Prague together
Connect and lend Alex's vehicle or get a ride
Prague
Write me for any help, I will be there for you if I'm available with pleasure
Nader
Nader
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Connect with Nader to know about the hidden gems of Cairo
Connect with Nader to explore Cairo together
Connect and lend Nader's vehicle or get a ride
Cairo
We can take trips around Egypt, I like to visit all the good cities with you, and i always have a...
Hosein
Hosein
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Connect with Hosein to know about the hidden gems of Athens, Greece
Connect with Hosein to explore Athens, Greece together
Athens, Greece
Welcome to the city of stone and sun. I hope you enjoy your stay in Athens and if you don't have ...
Peter
Peter
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Connect with Peter to know about the hidden gems of Graz, Austria
Connect with Peter to explore Graz, Austria together
Graz, Austria
Graz has many charming restaurants and coffee shops that offer vegan options. I've explored quite...
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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.