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.
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...
mohsen
mohsen
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Connect with mohsen to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with mohsen to know about the hidden gems of Munich
Connect with mohsen to explore Munich together
Munich
I know some restaurants and other places for having fun.
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!
Hrayr
Hrayr
Connect with Hrayr to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Hrayr to know about the hidden gems of Yerevan, Armenia
Connect and lend Hrayr's vehicle or get a ride
Yerevan, Armenia
I'm Hrayr, a Lebanese-Armenian who moved to Armenia in 2019. With roots in both Lebanon's lively ...
Orsolya
Orsolya
Connect with Orsolya to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Orsolya to explore Budapest together
Budapest
I am an experienced traveler who has been to 55 countries so far, but I get at least as excited w...
Khaled
Khaled
Connect with Khaled to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Khaled to know about the hidden gems of Wrocław, Poland
Connect with Khaled to explore Wrocław, Poland together
Wrocław, Poland
i have explored every inch in Wrocław and i deepy love meeting new people , so hit me up if you w...
Lorenzo
Lorenzo
Connect with Lorenzo to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Lorenzo's home
Connect with Lorenzo to know about the hidden gems of Corno Grande
Connect with Lorenzo to explore Corno Grande together
Connect and use Lorenzo's travel and outdoor equipment
Corno Grande
buzz me up if you come around the city of L'Aquila
Jorge
Jorge
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Connect with Jorge to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Jorge to know about the hidden gems of Bautzen
Connect with Jorge to explore Bautzen together
Bautzen
Can guide a little Tour by the city, show some good spots to visit and places to eat.
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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.