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.
maxima
maxima
Connect and stay in maxima's home
Connect with maxima to know about the hidden gems of Zugspitze (Austria)
Connect with maxima to explore Zugspitze (Austria) together
Zugspitze (Austria)
Hey there, fellow traveler! Welcome to Salzburg! 🌍 If you're into hiking, backpacking, or explori...
Ziad
Ziad
Connect with Ziad to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ziad to know about the hidden gems of Cairo
Connect with Ziad to explore Cairo together
Cairo
hello I'm Ziad, 23y, Doctor, content creator, traveler. I had a travel agency called "Traveloph...
Anna
Anna
Connect with Anna to meet up for coffee or drink
St Julian's, Malta
maybe some cocktail or standard beer ? :)
Patrick
Patrick
Connect with Patrick to know about the hidden gems of Krakow
Connect with Patrick to explore Krakow together
Connect with Patrick to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and lend Patrick's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Patrick's travel and outdoor equipment
Krakow
I'm a Frenchy who lives in KrakĂłw since 2005 so I can pretend to know a bit this city ;-) I love ...
Ruslan
Ruslan
Connect with Ruslan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Ruslan's home
Connect with Ruslan to know about the hidden gems of Sofia
Connect with Ruslan to explore Sofia together
Sofia
What makes my city special? - Come and find out
Irina
Irina
Connect with Irina to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Irina to know about the hidden gems of Bucharest, Romania
Connect with Irina to explore Bucharest, Romania together
Bucharest, Romania
Meet your friendly, introverted, and adventurous local guide.
Natheer
Natheer
Connect with Natheer to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Natheer's home
Connect with Natheer to know about the hidden gems of Amman, Jordan
Connect with Natheer to explore Amman, Jordan together
Connect and lend Natheer's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Natheer's travel and outdoor equipment
Amman, Jordan
I will show you all you want in Jordan
İsmail
İsmail
Connect with İsmail to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in İsmail's home
Connect with İsmail to explore İstanbul, Türkiye together
Connect and use İsmail's travel and outdoor equipment
İstanbul, Türkiye
I enjoy living in the moment, exploring the city, and meeting new people. I’d love to walk around...
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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.