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.
Michael
Michael
Connect with Michael to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Michael's home
Connect with Michael to know about the hidden gems of Meycauayan, Bulacan, Philippines
Connect with Michael to explore Meycauayan, Bulacan, Philippines together
Meycauayan, Bulacan, P...
I'll mostly bring you to places where you can eat or take a cup of coffee! I can bring you to my ...
Ayman
Ayman
Connect with Ayman to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Ayman's home
Connect with Ayman to know about the hidden gems of Rizal Park
Connect with Ayman to explore Rizal Park together
Connect and lend Ayman's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Ayman's travel and outdoor equipment
Rizal Park
To put it in simple words, Leave everything to me!
Robert
Robert
Connect with Robert to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Robert to know about the hidden gems of Biñan
Connect with Robert to explore Biñan together
Biñan
I am willing to meet up for a talk or travel with you.
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...
Janice
Janice
Connect with Janice to meet up for coffee or drink
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...
Tony
Tony
Connect with Tony to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Tony to know about the hidden gems of Hong Kong
Connect with Tony to explore Hong Kong together
Hong Kong
Advice some nice and localized spots
Liz
Liz
Connect with Liz to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Liz to know about the hidden gems of Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines
Connect with Liz to explore Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines together
Connect and lend Liz's vehicle or get a ride
Bacolod City, Negros O...
Bacolod is a chill, relaxed town best for food trips. To make the most of your trip, travel the p...
Patrick
Patrick
Connect with Patrick to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Patrick's home
Connect with Patrick to know about the hidden gems of 香港尖沙咀
Connect with Patrick to explore 香港尖沙咀 together
Connect and lend Patrick's vehicle or get a ride
香港尖沙咀
Hey there, fellow traveler! 🌍 Welcome to 尖沙咀! As a seasoned local, I'm here to make your solo adv...
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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.