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.
Nelly
Nelly
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Connect with Nelly to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Nelly to know about the hidden gems of Cairo
Cairo
Share local tips and provide help and advice
Csaba
Csaba
Connect with Csaba to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Csaba's home
Connect with Csaba to know about the hidden gems of Budapest, Hungary
Connect with Csaba to explore Budapest, Hungary together
Budapest, Hungary
hot springs, cool rooftops
Iskren
Iskren
Connect with Iskren to know about the hidden gems of Sofia, Bulgaria
Connect with Iskren to explore Sofia, Bulgaria together
Sofia, Bulgaria
I like mountains and seas. I usually sleep outdoor, I do like camping 🏕️
Maja
Maja
Connect with Maja to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Maja to know about the hidden gems of Pula, Croatia
Pula, Croatia
Boost your discover of the Istria region in a experience to remember.
Michelangelo
Michelangelo
Connect with Michelangelo to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Michelangelo to explore Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy together
Naples, Metropolitan C...
I'd like to introduce you in "my" city :)
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
Anna
Anna
Connect with Anna to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Anna's home
Connect with Anna to know about the hidden gems of Praha, Česko
Connect with Anna to explore Praha, Česko together
Praha, Česko
open to any activities
Mustafa
Mustafa
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Connect with Mustafa to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Mustafa's home
Connect with Mustafa to explore Bagdad, Iraq together
Connect and use Mustafa's travel and outdoor equipment
Bagdad, Iraq
Hey there! 🌍 If you're a solo traveler in Baghdad, I've got your back!
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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.