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.
Blnd
Blnd
Connect with Blnd to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Blnd's home
Connect with Blnd to know about the hidden gems of Iraq
Connect with Blnd to explore Iraq together
Connect and lend Blnd's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Blnd's travel and outdoor equipment
Iraq
I would like to host anyone who wants to come to my town I would offer him\her my room, picking h...
Noura
Noura
Connect with Noura to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Noura's home
Connect with Noura to know about the hidden gems of Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Noura to explore Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt together
Alexandria, Alexandria...
I'd like to share music,movies, share culture habits and meeting with my Egyptian friends,
Maged
Maged
Connect with Maged to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and lend Maged's vehicle or get a ride
Egypt
l will show the traveler my city
Selma
Selma
Connect with Selma to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Selma's home
Connect with Selma to know about the hidden gems of Ankara, Türkiye
Connect with Selma to explore Ankara, Türkiye together
Connect and lend Selma's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Selma's travel and outdoor equipment
Ankara, Türkiye
<div>Ready to discover Ankara like a true local?</div><div>This city blends modern life with deep...
Veronica
Veronica
Connect with Veronica to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Veronica's home
Rome, Metropolitan Cit...
to travel as much as I can
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...
Sam
Sam
Connect with Sam to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Sam to know about the hidden gems of Beirut
Connect with Sam to explore Beirut together
Beirut
Lebanon is a classy town with a night life and nice scenery.
Asher
Asher
Connect with Asher to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Asher's home
Connect with Asher to know about the hidden gems of Jerusalem, Israel
Connect with Asher to explore Jerusalem, Israel together
Connect and lend Asher's vehicle or get a ride
Jerusalem, Israel
We can have a good time seeing the city. It's always intriguing and exciting for me to meet peopl...
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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.