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.
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...
Ryne
Ryne
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Connect with Ryne to know about the hidden gems of Bandar Seri Begawan
Connect with Ryne to explore Bandar Seri Begawan together
Connect and lend Ryne's vehicle or get a ride
Bandar Seri Begawan
Check what interests you the most and ill do the planning and work
Wu
Wu
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Connect and stay in Wu's home
Connect with Wu to know about the hidden gems of Kaohsiung Hsien, Taiwan
Connect with Wu to explore Kaohsiung Hsien, Taiwan together
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Connect and use Wu's travel and outdoor equipment
Kaohsiung Hsien, Taiwan
I’m a local people in south of Taiwan. My husband and I always take foreign friends and show the...
Michelle
Michelle
Connect with Michelle to know about the hidden gems of Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Manila, Metro Manila, ...
Should be amazing to have food trips and exchange information about culture.
Summer
Summer
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Connect with Summer to explore Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia together
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, ...
I have found out that there ain’t no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them t...
RJ
RJ
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Connect with RJ to know about the hidden gems of Cebu City
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Cebu City
Just wanna be your companion for your travel here in Philippines or in asia, wanna have fun and e...
Bianca
Bianca
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Connect with Bianca to know about the hidden gems of Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Connect with Bianca to explore Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines together
Manila, Metro Manila, ...
I’m based in Manila and frequent the beaches of La Union and Siargao to surf. Hit me up if you wa...
Fary
Fary
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Connect with Fary to know about the hidden gems of Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, Philippines
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Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, ...
Hi, Came as an adventurous trip and decided to stay)
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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.