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.
Henry
Henry
Connect with Henry to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Henry to know about the hidden gems of Hong Kong
Connect with Henry to explore Hong Kong together
Hong Kong
I've spent my whole life in Hong Kong, but honestly don't know much about the city. I'd love to e...
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...
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...
Sim
Sim
Connect with Sim to explore Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia together
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, ...
would love to travel in bangkok
Chow
Chow
Connect with Chow to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Chow to know about the hidden gems of Hong Kong
Connect with Chow to explore Hong Kong together
Hong Kong
I’m down for anything, coffee, brunch, afternoon tea, dinner evening drinks, night outs, hikes, g...
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...
Wilson
Wilson
Connect with Wilson to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Wilson to know about the hidden gems of 香港
Connect with Wilson to explore 香港 together
香港
Hey there solo traveler! Welcome to 香港! I'm a local who's ready to show you the best of Victoria ...
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, ...
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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.