How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in new-york-city.

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.
Dane
Dane
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Connect with Dane to know about the hidden gems of Chicago
Chicago
Aloha! I grew up in Hawaii and love Chicago. Public transit is great and Chicago is the land of...
Brendan
Brendan
Connect with Brendan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Brendan to know about the hidden gems of Windsor
Connect with Brendan to explore Windsor together
Windsor
I was born and raised in Windsor, a.k.a. South Detroit, Tijuana North, or Win City. I would be ha...
Naz
Naz
Connect with Naz to meet up for coffee or drink
Ontario, Canada
Meet for a coffee or whiskey; hop in a vehicle and go somewhere to explore in Ontario or across C...
KK
KK
Connect with KK to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with KK to explore Orlando, FL, USA together
Orlando, FL, USA
We can go to the beach, sports events, theme parks, Restaurants, etc.
Ali
Ali
Connect with Ali to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ali to know about the hidden gems of Newark
Connect with Ali to explore Newark together
Connect and lend Ali's vehicle or get a ride
Newark
If you plan to go hiking or to ride a bike, Newark is one of the best places
Mellanie
Mellanie
Connect with Mellanie to meet up for coffee or drink
Jackson Heights
Just moved to NYC from California and I would love someone to explore the city with. I love doin...
Pali
Pali
Connect with Pali to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Pali to know about the hidden gems of Toronto
Connect with Pali to explore Toronto together
Toronto
Share you thoughts and I can come up with a plan!
Raphael
Raphael
Connect with Raphael to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Raphael's home
New Jersey, United States
Let’s have fun
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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 New York City

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