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.
Arman
Arman
Connect with Arman to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Arman to know about the hidden gems of İzmir
Connect with Arman to explore İzmir together
İzmir
I have been living in Izmir for very long time. We can visit historical places, shopping places, ...
Takis
Takis
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Connect and stay in Takis's home
Connect with Takis to know about the hidden gems of Kos 853 00, Greece
Connect with Takis to explore Kos 853 00, Greece together
Kos 853 00, Greece
One good Idea is when you coming to Kos island to take the bus and explorer whole island .
Aggelos
Aggelos
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Connect and stay in Aggelos's home
Connect with Aggelos to know about the hidden gems of Glifada, Greece
Connect with Aggelos to explore Glifada, Greece together
Glifada, Greece
Hey there! Welcome to Glifada! 🇬🇷 As a fellow traveler, I understand the excitement and sometimes...
Éva
Éva
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Connect with Éva to know about the hidden gems of Budapest
Connect with Éva to explore Budapest together
Budapest
Let's meet up for a drink or I can show you around the city.
Antonis
Antonis
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Connect and stay in Antonis's home
Connect with Antonis to know about the hidden gems of Chania, Greece
Connect with Antonis to explore Chania, Greece together
Chania, Greece
I can show you the real Chania — cozy tavernas, hidden beaches, and the best spots for amazing lo...
Daria
Daria
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Connect with Daria to know about the hidden gems of Warsaw, Poland
Connect with Daria to explore Warsaw, Poland together
Warsaw, Poland
I'm looking forward to meet new people from all around the world:) I speak Polish fluently, Engli...
mahmuod
mahmuod
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Connect and stay in mahmuod's home
Connect with mahmuod to know about the hidden gems of منطقة تبوك, المملكة العربية السعودية 47735
Connect with mahmuod to explore منطقة تبوك, المملكة العربية السعودية 47735 together
Connect and lend mahmuod's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use mahmuod's travel and outdoor equipment
منطقة تبوك, المملكة ال...
We can visit all places in the city and around city .
Hannah
Hannah
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Connect with Hannah to know about the hidden gems of Graz, Austria
Connect with Hannah to explore Graz, Austria together
Graz, Austria
i can show the main sights in town, go for a nice run or meet up for food or coffee. If u just ne...
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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.