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.
Mohamed
Mohamed
Connect with Mohamed to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Mohamed to explore Cairo together
Cairo
Hey there, fellow traveler! Welcome to Cairo! I'm a 22-year-old guy who loves exploring my city, ...
Sanad
Sanad
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Connect and stay in Sanad's home
Connect with Sanad to know about the hidden gems of Aqaba, Jordan
Connect with Sanad to explore Aqaba, Jordan together
Aqaba, Jordan
Wadi rum , petra , aqaba , dead sea , amman , Nebo Mountain,
Anna
Anna
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St Julian's, Malta
maybe some cocktail or standard beer ? :)
Can
Can
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Connect with Can to know about the hidden gems of Konya, Türkiye
Connect with Can to explore Konya, Türkiye together
Konya, Türkiye
If you want a local friend who can show you around in Konya. You are looking at the right person.
Артём
Артём
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Kiev
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Francesco
Francesco
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Connect and stay in Francesco's home
Connect with Francesco to know about the hidden gems of 86029 Trivento CB, Italy
Connect with Francesco to explore 86029 Trivento CB, Italy together
86029 Trivento CB, Italy
It would be great to share interests, information, knowledges and exchange hospitality when needed.
George
George
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Athens
Let’s stroll around the streets of Athens
Mo'men
Mo'men
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Connect with Mo'men to know about the hidden gems of Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Connect with Mo'men to explore Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt together
Cairo, Cairo Governora...
going out , drink something and share our experince regarding travelling
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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.