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.
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...
Erika
Erika
Connect with Erika to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Erika's home
Connect with Erika to know about the hidden gems of Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines
Connect with Erika to explore Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines together
Connect and lend Erika's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Erika's travel and outdoor equipment
Butuan City, Agusan De...
Butuan is a nice small town
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
SmartDondon
SmartDondon
Connect with SmartDondon to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with SmartDondon to know about the hidden gems of Taipei
Connect with SmartDondon to explore Taipei together
Taipei
taiwanese culture + there are many sightseeing points can be introduced to traveler to taipei
Jasper
Jasper
Connect with Jasper to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Jasper's home
Connect with Jasper to know about the hidden gems of Pampanga, Philippines
Connect with Jasper to explore Pampanga, Philippines together
Connect and lend Jasper's vehicle or get a ride
Pampanga, Philippines
I can link up during my free time. I’m also a solo traveler, so I know how much of a game-changer...
Vignesh
Vignesh
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Connect with Vignesh to know about the hidden gems of Shenzhen
Connect with Vignesh to explore Shenzhen together
Shenzhen
Hey there! Welcome to Shenzhen! 👋 As an expat living here who's passionate about traveling, I kno...
Thị
Thị
Connect with Thị to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Thị to know about the hidden gems of Tp. Thủ Dầu Một, Bình Dương, Việt Nam
Connect with Thị to explore Tp. Thủ Dầu Một, Bình Dương, Việt Nam together
Tp. Thủ Dầu Một, Bình ...
Need to bargain with sellers in tourist attractions
Rudy
Rudy
Connect with Rudy to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Rudy to know about the hidden gems of Baguio City
Connect with Rudy to explore Baguio City together
Baguio City
'Umali kayu' is a local term for Welcome! 'Matago-tago kayu' means Long live! Welcome to the City...
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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.