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.
Sandip
Sandip
Toronto
Born in Mumbai, have lived in Netherlands, London, US and finally now in Canada.
Derek
Derek
Connect with Derek to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Derek to know about the hidden gems of Buffalo, New York
Connect with Derek to explore Buffalo, New York together
Buffalo, New York
Hey there, solo traveler! Welcome to Buffalo! I'm stoked to show you around my city. Let's grab a...
KB
KB
Connect with KB to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with KB to explore Indianapolis together
Indianapolis
Always looking for friends to teavel with.
Lewis
Lewis
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Warwick
There are a few cool little spots in Warwick and Leamington. I would be happy to go for a walk to...
Chris
Chris
Connect with Chris to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Chris's home
Connect with Chris to know about the hidden gems of Ottawa, ON, Canada
Connect with Chris to explore Ottawa, ON, Canada together
Connect and lend Chris's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Chris's travel and outdoor equipment
Ottawa, ON, Canada
I love travelling! Happy to provide any advice, meetup for a coffee or a drink, and showing you...
Sébastien
Sébastien
Connect with Sébastien to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Sébastien's home
Connect with Sébastien to know about the hidden gems of Montreal, QC, Canada
Connect with Sébastien to explore Montreal, QC, Canada together
Montreal, QC, Canada
I'm sporty, so most things I would like to share is sports time : a ride, a run, an hike, a climb...
Bobby
Bobby
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Connect with Bobby to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Bobby's home
Connect with Bobby to know about the hidden gems of Richmond, Virginia
Connect with Bobby to explore Richmond, Virginia together
Richmond, Virginia
I'm taking an extended absence from work to do some travel, and meet people. Richmond is a great...
Sudhir
Sudhir
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Connect with Sudhir to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Sudhir to know about the hidden gems of Chicago, IL, USA
Connect with Sudhir to explore Chicago, IL, USA together
Chicago, IL, USA
I've been living in Chicagoland for 16 years and love this city's mix of culture, food and hidden...
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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.