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.
Abdullah
Abdullah
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Connect with Abdullah to know about the hidden gems of Williamsburg, Virginia
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Williamsburg, Virginia
Williamsburg city in Virginia it’s all about history Jamestown settlement Jamestown ferry t water...
Jayden
Jayden
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Connect with Jayden to know about the hidden gems of Rochester, NY, USA
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Rochester, NY, USA
I want to travel more. Life is short.
Mehdi
Mehdi
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Connect with Mehdi to explore Louisville, KY 40204, USA together
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Louisville, KY 40204, USA
I know the city well and have free time to show you around . I am looking for a traveler partner ...
Mike
Mike
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Connect with Mike to know about the hidden gems of Virginia Beach
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Virginia Beach
I love walking and talking. Our hiking group has done over 1100 walks and hikes over the past dec...
Louis
Louis
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Connect with Louis to know about the hidden gems of NJ, United States 07848
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NJ, United States 07848
Theres a lot going on up here, so many trails, waterfalls and beautiful rivers. Camping, hiking, ...
Anil
Anil
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Connect with Anil to know about the hidden gems of Boston, MA, USA
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Boston, MA, USA
we can hangout in a nice coffee shop, walk in the Boston commons park, walk around Newbury street...
Robin
Robin
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Connect with Robin to know about the hidden gems of Alabama, United States
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Alabama, United States
Open to traveling anytime! My set plans right now are from Alabama via my T@B 400 Boondock from M...
Matthew
Matthew
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Connect with Matthew to know about the hidden gems of Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
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Kennesaw Mountain Nati...
Hey there! I've been lucky enough to call Atlanta my home my whole life, and I absolutely love sh...
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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.