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.
Joshua
Joshua
Connect with Joshua to meet up for coffee or drink
Dasmariñas
It would be the first that I proactively look forward on visiting/travelling in the Philippines. ...
james
james
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广州市, 中国
Hey there! Welcome to Guangzhou! 🌟 As a seasoned traveler and a local here, I'd love to meet up f...
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
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...
Jeremiah
Jeremiah
Connect with Jeremiah to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Jeremiah to know about the hidden gems of El Nido (Bacuit)
Connect with Jeremiah to explore El Nido (Bacuit) together
Connect and lend Jeremiah's vehicle or get a ride
El Nido (Bacuit)
Explore El Nido like a local 🌴 I offer guided tours to hidden gems, waterfalls, inland beaches, a...
Bharathraj
Bharathraj
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Victoria Peak
I would love to go with a girl to Niagara and have great fun..
Atif
Atif
Connect with Atif to explore Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines together
Manila, Metro Manila, ...
The Philippines is a Southeast Asian country known for its beautiful beaches, lush jungles, and w...
Janice
Janice
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Connect with Janice to know about the hidden gems of Tseung Kwan O
Connect with Janice to explore Tseung Kwan O together
Tseung Kwan O
We can do something active, for example, a run or jogging along the harbour. Or we can do somethi...
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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.