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.
Jarlo
Jarlo
Connect with Jarlo to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Jarlo to know about the hidden gems of Calapan
Connect with Jarlo to explore Calapan together
Calapan
Hey, I'm a travel enthusiast just like you, and I'd love to show you around my hometown. Let's gr...
April
April
Connect with April to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with April to know about the hidden gems of Quezon City
Connect with April to explore Quezon City together
Quezon City
I love new experiences, so I often look for activities I've never tried before. Hiking, camping, ...
Kim
Kim
Connect with Kim to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Kim's home
Connect with Kim to know about the hidden gems of Taipei, 台灣
Connect with Kim to explore Taipei, 台灣 together
Connect and lend Kim's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Kim's travel and outdoor equipment
Taipei, 台灣
be open minded and less judgemental
Yuri
Yuri
Connect with Yuri to explore Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan together
Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan
I could show you or take you to some remote beaches for sun bathing or snorkeling if you have the...
Ivan
Ivan
Connect with Ivan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ivan to know about the hidden gems of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Connect with Ivan to explore Hong Kong, Hong Kong together
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
I grew up in HK, can show you around couple of places in HK. Or we could just simply meet up for ...
UJ
UJ
Connect with UJ to meet up for coffee or drink
台灣台北市
Taiwanese who loves backpacking, being digital nomad, roadtripping, etc. Down for coffee, drinks,...
Jake
Jake
Connect with Jake to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Jake's home
Connect with Jake to know about the hidden gems of Nueva Ecija, Philippines
Connect with Jake to explore Nueva Ecija, Philippines together
Nueva Ecija, Philippines
i love to walk around to city, mountains and do some camping, eating food outdoor
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...
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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.