How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in nanaimo.

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.
Emerald
Emerald
Connect and stay in Emerald's home
Connect with Emerald to explore Sunnyvale together
Sunnyvale
i know the area very well & still loving it here despite the outrageous high living cost. am hopi...
Michelle
Michelle
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Connect and stay in Michelle's home
Connect with Michelle to know about the hidden gems of Philipsburg
Connect with Michelle to explore Philipsburg together
Connect and lend Michelle's vehicle or get a ride
Philipsburg
I have been coming to St Maarten since 1998. I have been living on the Island since June of 2021....
Daniel
Daniel
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Connect with Daniel to know about the hidden gems of Big Sky, MT, USA
Connect with Daniel to explore Big Sky, MT, USA together
Connect and lend Daniel's vehicle or get a ride
Big Sky, MT, USA
I like to snowboard, ski, bike, hike, or hit the local hot springs. Always down for a cocktail or...
Nigel
Nigel
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Connect with Nigel to know about the hidden gems of Alberta, Canada
Connect with Nigel to explore Alberta, Canada together
Alberta, Canada
Would love to meet up and show you my city or different cities I’ve been too. I love discovering ...
Gilbert
Gilbert
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Connect with Gilbert to know about the hidden gems of California, USA
Connect with Gilbert to explore California, USA together
Connect and use Gilbert's travel and outdoor equipment
Connect and lend Gilbert's vehicle or get a ride
California, USA
California deserts, California mountains, California beaches, I know most of them
Evan
Evan
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Connect with Evan to know about the hidden gems of San Francisco
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San Francisco
Been a local in SF since 2009. I’m knowledgeable about local art and theatre scene, LGBTQ+ events...
UZAIR
UZAIR
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Connect with UZAIR to know about the hidden gems of Sacramento
Connect with UZAIR to explore Sacramento together
Sacramento
Hey there! Welcome to Sacramento! 🌟 I'm a 46-year-old guy who loves exploring cities, capturing m...
huzzi
huzzi
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Connect with huzzi to explore British Columbia, Canada together
British Columbia, Canada
I’m fine with going out on an adventurous hike, or any seasonal outdoor activity. And ofcourse, I...
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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 Nanaimo

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Nanaimo. 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 Nanaimo. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Nanaimo together.