How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in manila.

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.
Michelle
Michelle
Connect with Michelle to know about the hidden gems of Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Manila, Metro Manila, ...
Should be amazing to have food trips and exchange information about culture.
Stephen
Stephen
Connect with Stephen to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Stephen to know about the hidden gems of Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Connect with Stephen to explore Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong together
Hong Kong Island, Hong...
I like exploring the city - both the city itself, but also the mountains, beaches, islands furthe...
Hack
Hack
Connect with Hack to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Hack's home
Connect with Hack to know about the hidden gems of Pampanga, Philippines
Connect with Hack to explore Pampanga, Philippines together
Pampanga, Philippines
I live near Clark and there’s a great airport here. It’s also a gateway to northern Luzon. I can ...
Asif
Asif
Connect with Asif to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Asif's home
Connect with Asif to know about the hidden gems of Da Nang, Vietnam
Connect with Asif to explore Da Nang, Vietnam together
Connect and lend Asif's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Asif's travel and outdoor equipment
Da Nang, Vietnam
Hi! I’m traveling around Vietnam to experience the real local life — not just tourist places.<br>...
Erika
Erika
Connect with Erika to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Erika's home
Connect with Erika to know about the hidden gems of Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines
Connect with Erika to explore Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines together
Connect and lend Erika's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Erika's travel and outdoor equipment
Butuan City, Agusan De...
Butuan is a nice small town
Don
Don
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Connect and stay in Don's home
Connect with Don to know about the hidden gems of Đường số 154, Tân Phú, Quận 9, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
Connect with Don to explore Đường số 154, Tân Phú, Quận 9, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam together
Connect and lend Don's vehicle or get a ride
Đường số 154, Tân Phú,...
Hi im Don!!! Im not a professional guide, just a local one but would love to share you everything...
Martin
Martin
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Connect with Martin to know about the hidden gems of Manila
Connect with Martin to explore Manila together
Connect and lend Martin's vehicle or get a ride
Manila
I'm a white guy in Manila having a blast. Let's have a drink and find out who we are to each other
Clarence
Clarence
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Connect with Clarence to explore Metro Manila, Philippines 1203 together
Metro Manila, Philippi...
Travel to explore 🤘
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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 Manila

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Manila. 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 Manila. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Manila together.