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.
Naren
Naren
Connect with Naren to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Naren to explore Willowdale together
Willowdale
I love to travel with my Camera. Long drive scenic roads exploring nature.
Lia
Lia
Connect with Lia to know about the hidden gems of Chicago, IL, USA
Connect with Lia to explore Chicago, IL, USA together
Chicago, IL, USA
Chicago is a really fun city though I haven't gotten out much this year for obvious reasons. ther...
Hamoon
Hamoon
Connect with Hamoon to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Hamoon to explore Toronto, ON, Canada together
Toronto, ON, Canada
I will be pleased and this will be an opportunity to discover city as I am also a bit stranger he...
Mary
Mary
Connect with Mary to know about the hidden gems of Richmond, VA, USA
Connect with Mary to explore Richmond, VA, USA together
Richmond, VA, USA
Great at urban hiking. Happy to share!
Steven
Steven
Connect with Steven to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Steven to know about the hidden gems of Quebec, Canada
Connect with Steven to explore Quebec, Canada together
Quebec, Canada
I can guide you on your choice of destination for cycling, skiing, paddle boarding, photography, ...
Simon
Simon
Connect with Simon to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Simon's home
Connect with Simon to know about the hidden gems of Québec City, QC, Canada
Connect with Simon to explore Québec City, QC, Canada together
Connect and use Simon's travel and outdoor equipment
Québec City, QC, Canada
Hi fellow travellers! I love to discover people during travelling (I host via warmshowers). Let'...
Ryan
Ryan
Connect with Ryan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ryan to explore New York, United States together
New York, United States
Long Island NY I love to hike, go to the gym. Grab coffee or a drink
Naresh
Naresh
Connect with Naresh to meet up for coffee or drink
New Brunswick, NJ, USA
Love to explore a new place together or mostly NYC
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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.