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.
Rohit
Rohit
Connect with Rohit to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Rohit's home
Connect with Rohit to know about the hidden gems of Deggendorf, Germany
Connect with Rohit to explore Deggendorf, Germany together
Deggendorf, Germany
Hey there, fellow traveler! đź‘‹ If you're heading to Deggendorf, Germany, I've got your back! As a ...
Xristina
Xristina
Connect with Xristina to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Xristina to explore Rethimno together
Rethimno
Hey there, solo traveler! Welcome to Rethimno! I'm so stoked to share the beauty of my city with ...
alex
alex
Connect with alex to meet up for coffee or drink
Isani-Samgori, Tbilisi...
I'm alone here, let's I'm alone here, let's meet
Ahmed
Ahmed
Connect with Ahmed to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ahmed to know about the hidden gems of Cairo
Connect with Ahmed to explore Cairo together
Connect and lend Ahmed's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Ahmed's travel and outdoor equipment
Cairo
There is a lot to do but it depends on how long and where you stay
Matija
Matija
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Connect with Matija to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Matija's home
Connect with Matija to know about the hidden gems of Samobor
Connect with Matija to explore Samobor together
Connect and lend Matija's vehicle or get a ride
Samobor
I'm also on Couchsurfing so crashing on my couch is an option if I feel like it. Samobor is beaut...
Bernhard
Bernhard
Connect with Bernhard to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Bernhard to explore Regensburg, Germany together
Regensburg, Germany
i am not really a very planned or organized human beeing^^. just let things flow and everything w...
Ramez
Ramez
Connect with Ramez to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ramez to explore Katowice together
Katowice
Katowice is the capital of silesia in southern Poland, it is worthy to visit.
George
George
Connect with George to meet up for coffee or drink
Athens
Let’s stroll around the streets of Athens
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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.