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.
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.
Dashon
Dashon
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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
Wu
Wu
Connect with Wu to meet up for coffee or drink
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
Connect and lend Wu's vehicle or get a ride
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...
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...
Eric
Eric
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Connect with Eric to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Eric's home
Connect with Eric to know about the hidden gems of Victoria Peak
Connect with Eric to explore Victoria Peak together
Connect and use Eric's travel and outdoor equipment
Victoria Peak
You can stay here couple nights and have a coffee.
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...
Andiko
Andiko
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Connect and stay in Andiko's home
Connect with Andiko to know about the hidden gems of Gorontalo, Gorontalo Regency, Gorontalo, Indonesia
Connect with Andiko to explore Gorontalo, Gorontalo Regency, Gorontalo, Indonesia together
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Connect and use Andiko's travel and outdoor equipment
Gorontalo, Gorontalo R...
Gotontalo, have a many destination, we can enjoy in some place - whale shark Botubarani - lombong...
Hack
Hack
Connect with Hack to meet up for coffee or drink
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Connect with Hack to know about the hidden gems of Pampanga, Philippines
Connect with Hack to explore Pampanga, Philippines together
Pampanga, Philippines
I live near Clark and there’s a great airport here. It’s also a gateway to northern Luzon. I can ...
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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.