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.
Mario
Mario
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Connect with Mario to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Mario's home
Connect with Mario to know about the hidden gems of Sandy Springs, Georgia
Connect with Mario to explore Sandy Springs, Georgia together
Sandy Springs, Georgia
Hey there! Welcome to Sandy Springs! I’m a tech enthusiast and adventure lover who’s always up fo...
Neil
Neil
Connect with Neil to know about the hidden gems of Toronto, ON, Canada
Connect with Neil to explore Toronto, ON, Canada together
Toronto, ON, Canada
lived in Toronto 25+ years
Mark
Mark
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Petoskey
I'm a new resident to Petoskey. I've vacationed here and know there's a ton of great adventures a...
Sherry
Sherry
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Connect with Sherry to know about the hidden gems of Hampton Roads, Virginia, USA
Hampton Roads, Virgini...
I am looking for a travel buddy. I am retired and try to make two trips a year. Travel wise I wan...
pardeep
pardeep
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Hamilton (Canada)
Hey there, fellow traveler! Welcome to the Hammer, as we locals call it. I'm a 27-year-old guy wh...
Marina
Marina
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Connect and stay in Marina's home
Connect with Marina to know about the hidden gems of Madison, WI, USA
Connect with Marina to explore Madison, WI, USA together
Connect and lend Marina's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Marina's travel and outdoor equipment
Madison, WI, USA
Meet for coffee, drinks, go around
AndySantamaria
AndySantamaria
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Connect with AndySantamaria to know about the hidden gems of Atlanta, GA, USA
Atlanta, GA, USA
Atlanta is a city that really spread. Cool neighborhoods to get coffee or a beer or maybe a littl...
Terry
Terry
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Connect and stay in Terry's home
Connect with Terry to know about the hidden gems of Adamsville
Connect with Terry to explore Adamsville together
Connect and use Terry's travel and outdoor equipment
Adamsville
Florida is blessed with many parks, beaches, wilderness areas and natural springs. I would like t...
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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.