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.
Shachar
Shachar
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Connect with Shachar to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Shachar to explore Tel Aviv together
Tel Aviv
I would like to go to some local places, blend with the locals and show what Israel really is like.
Marilena
Marilena
Connect and use Marilena's travel and outdoor equipment
Connect with Marilena to explore Athens, Greece together
Athens, Greece
I would like to show you around in the city, explore Athens, Plaka and Anafiotika and generally s...
Davide
Davide
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Connect and stay in Davide's home
Connect with Davide to know about the hidden gems of Ferrara, Province of Ferrara, Italy
Connect with Davide to explore Ferrara, Province of Ferrara, Italy together
Ferrara, Province of F...
i love walking and showing the best places in the town despite the fact it's not big but there ar...
Alex
Alex
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Connect with Alex to know about the hidden gems of Wien, Österreich
Connect with Alex to explore Wien, Österreich together
Wien, Österreich
See Vienna with the eyes of a local. Beside the main attractions you can experience the less tour...
Riccardo
Riccardo
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Vienna
Hello! I'm an architect and photographer. I love to travel and to discover new people and cultures
Amir
Amir
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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...
Soran
Soran
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Connect and stay in Soran's home
Connect with Soran to know about the hidden gems of Erbil, Iraq
Connect with Soran to explore Erbil, Iraq together
Connect and lend Soran's vehicle or get a ride
Erbil, Iraq
I will show you historical spots in Erbil and we will try delicous iraqi kurdish food together
Mr
Mr
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Connect with Mr to know about the hidden gems of İstanbul, Türkiye
Connect with Mr to explore İstanbul, Türkiye together
İstanbul, Türkiye
I would be happy to spend a great time and help to explore the city.
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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.