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.
Potso
Potso
Connect with Potso to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Potso's home
Connect with Potso to know about the hidden gems of Philadelphia, PA, USA
Connect with Potso to explore Philadelphia, PA, USA together
Philadelphia, PA, USA
This town has some interesting history and culture. Near array of museums, beautiful street art,...
Nour
Nour
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Connect with Nour to explore Toronto, ON, Canada together
Toronto, ON, Canada
we can match easily since I'm an easygoing person and love rooming around the city
Tufail
Tufail
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Connect with Tufail to know about the hidden gems of Indianapolis
Connect with Tufail to explore Indianapolis together
Connect and lend Tufail's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Tufail's travel and outdoor equipment
Indianapolis
I like to travel and explore opportunity for diversity of cultures and business
Kate
Kate
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Connect with Kate to know about the hidden gems of St. Louis, MO, USA
Connect and lend Kate's vehicle or get a ride
St. Louis, MO, USA
St. Louis is a city that is bursting at the seams with history, fun, food, sports and very cool a...
Ketu
Ketu
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Connect with Ketu to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Ketu's home
Connect with Ketu to know about the hidden gems of New York City
Connect with Ketu to explore New York City together
New York City
I love to explore less touristy areas, and streets in the city. The city is full of surprises and...
Ruth
Ruth
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Connect with Ruth to know about the hidden gems of West Melbourne, United States
Connect with Ruth to explore West Melbourne, United States together
Connect and lend Ruth's vehicle or get a ride
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West Melbourne, United...
Hey there! 🌸 Welcome to West Melbourne! I'm a 29-year-old floral designer who loves painting, yog...
Hans
Hans
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Connect with Hans to know about the hidden gems of Mississauga
Mississauga
I have decided to get out of my living alone and I have decided to get in touch with people…. So ...
Amit
Amit
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Connect and stay in Amit's home
Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
We can go for stroll, brunch and would have beautiful conversations
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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.