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.
Mahran
Mahran
Connect with Mahran to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Mahran to know about the hidden gems of Amman
Connect with Mahran to explore Amman together
Connect and lend Mahran's vehicle or get a ride
Amman
I'm happy to meet any traveler as I'm Traveller too and I'd like to find travel buddy also..
Ahmed
Ahmed
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Connect and stay in Ahmed's home
Connect with Ahmed to know about the hidden gems of Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Connect with Ahmed to explore Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq together
Connect and lend Ahmed's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Ahmed's travel and outdoor equipment
Erbil, Kurdistan Regio...
I would like to meet new people and new culture
Abas
Abas
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Connect with Abas to know about the hidden gems of Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
Connect with Abas to explore Sulaymaniyah, Iraq together
Connect and lend Abas's vehicle or get a ride
Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
i will show you the beautiful Kurdistan Natur which Contains mountain and rivers and great nature...
Jorge
Jorge
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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.
Mironas
Mironas
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Connect with Mironas to explore Athens together
Athens
If our schedules allow it, I can show you around the city. Maybe a quick ride with a bike. Or ju...
Osama
Osama
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Connect with Osama to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Osama to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
Connect and lend Osama's vehicle or get a ride
Cairo, Cairo Governora...
“Osama, 28, adventure enthusiast who loves exploring new places and making connections. More into...
Neno
Neno
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Connect with Neno to know about the hidden gems of Pula, Croatia
Connect with Neno to explore Pula, Croatia together
Pula, Croatia
I am Neno from Croatia. If you are planning to visit my country, I am at your disposal for some ...
Gulay
Gulay
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Connect with Gulay to know about the hidden gems of Üsküdar
Connect with Gulay to explore Üsküdar together
Üsküdar
to walk around together, to show around, have coffee
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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.