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.
Ilija
Ilija
Connect with Ilija to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ilija to know about the hidden gems of Nha Trang
Nha Trang
If you’re in Nha Trang, I can also show you cool local spots — coffee, food, surfing, or day trip...
Jeremiah
Jeremiah
Connect with Jeremiah to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Jeremiah to know about the hidden gems of El Nido (Bacuit)
Connect with Jeremiah to explore El Nido (Bacuit) together
Connect and lend Jeremiah's vehicle or get a ride
El Nido (Bacuit)
Explore El Nido like a local 🌴 I offer guided tours to hidden gems, waterfalls, inland beaches, a...
Bianca
Bianca
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Connect with Bianca to meet up for coffee or drink
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...
Jennifer
Jennifer
Connect with Jennifer to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Jennifer to explore Taipei City, Taiwan together
Taipei City, Taiwan
explore Asia together from April to June 2023. looking for easy going person who likes to do sigh...
Don
Don
Connect with Don to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Don's home
Connect with Don to know about the hidden gems of Đường số 154, Tân Phú, Quận 9, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
Connect with Don to explore Đường số 154, Tân Phú, Quận 9, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam together
Connect and lend Don's vehicle or get a ride
Đường số 154, Tân Phú,...
Hi im Don!!! Im not a professional guide, just a local one but would love to share you everything...
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
Sophia
Sophia
Connect with Sophia to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Sophia to know about the hidden gems of Manila
Connect with Sophia to explore Manila together
Manila
I have an insatiable desire for travel and adventure who could never settle for an ordinary life ...
Ivan
Ivan
Connect with Ivan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ivan to know about the hidden gems of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Connect with Ivan to explore Hong Kong, Hong Kong together
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
I grew up in HK, can show you around couple of places in HK. Or we could just simply meet up for ...
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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.