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.
Ilija
Ilija
Connect with Ilija to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ilija to know about the hidden gems of Nha Trang
Nha Trang
If you’re in Nha Trang, I can also show you cool local spots — coffee, food, surfing, or day trip...
Sim
Sim
Connect with Sim to explore Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia together
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, ...
would love to travel in bangkok
Dashon
Dashon
Connect with Dashon to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Dashon to know about the hidden gems of Okinawa, Japan
Connect with Dashon to explore Okinawa, Japan together
Connect and lend Dashon's vehicle or get a ride
Okinawa, Japan
I know a lot of low key bars and restaurants
Harry
Harry
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Connect with Harry to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Harry to explore New Territories, Hong Kong together
New Territories, Hong ...
Originally from abroad but now living  in HK (past 4 months) and loving it! I work during th...
Zachary
Zachary
Connect with Zachary to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Zachary to know about the hidden gems of Hsinchu, Hsinchu City, Taiwan
Connect with Zachary to explore Hsinchu, Hsinchu City, Taiwan together
Hsinchu, Hsinchu City,...
Hsinchu is considered a more off the beaten destination in Taiwan, but let me show you some of th...
Bino
Bino
Connect with Bino to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Bino to know about the hidden gems of Bohol, Philippines
Connect with Bino to explore Bohol, Philippines together
Bohol, Philippines
i can give you advise on what places to visit that only local knows.if I'm free i can show you so...
Daudi
Daudi
Connect with Daudi to meet up for coffee or drink
Guangxi, China
I would like to take my visitors to the tourist parks which has different games such as local tra...
Liezl
Liezl
Connect with Liezl to know about the hidden gems of Pasay City
Pasay City
Good Day! I'm a travel agent by profession (Home-based) we offer a low cost airfare hotel accommo...
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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.