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.
Tom
Tom
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Escalon
Welcome to Escalon. I have been in this area for over 20 years. I am a "local" and can guide yo...
Mahmood
Mahmood
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Vancouver
Hi there! Welcome to Vancouver. I have been living here close to 3 years and have found enjoyment...
Sara
Sara
Connect with Sara to know about the hidden gems of Santa Cruz, CA, USA
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
Great food, drinks, and music!
Ben
Ben
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Connect with Ben to know about the hidden gems of Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Vancouver, BC, Canada
I’ve lived here all my life so know all the jewels and ins n outs around town, beaches, mountains...
William
William
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Connect with William to explore Plumas lake California together
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Plumas lake California
Detail on what I'm confused a little
Tyler
Tyler
Connect with Tyler to explore California, United States together
California, United States
Hiking around the Los Angeles area. Travel & Adventure Photography is one of my hobbies.
Donna
Donna
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Connect with Donna to know about the hidden gems of Kelowna, BC, Canada
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Kelowna, BC, Canada
I have explored extensively in the Okanagan and would love to share my favourite spots with trave...
Clint
Clint
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Connect with Clint to know about the hidden gems of Seattle, WA, USA
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Seattle, WA, USA
I live in Seattle and out on the Olympic Peninsula. Explore, camp, fish, hike, and more!
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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.