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.
Ujjawal
Ujjawal
Connect with Ujjawal to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Ujjawal's home
Connect with Ujjawal to know about the hidden gems of Indianapolis
Connect with Ujjawal to explore Indianapolis together
Indianapolis
experienced traveller with hosting experience of 5 years
Devin
Devin
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Connect with Devin to know about the hidden gems of Charleston, SC, USA
Charleston, SC, USA
I can recommend restaurants, cafes, sights and things to do
Jennifer
Jennifer
Connect with Jennifer to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Jennifer to explore Hudson, New York together
Hudson, New York
If you are visiting NYC and want someone to explore with I am here to show you around.
Noemi
Noemi
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Connect with Noemi to meet up for coffee or drink
Baltimore
Here to expand my social circle make friends
Hala
Hala
Connect with Hala to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Hala to know about the hidden gems of Quebec, Canada
Connect with Hala to explore Quebec, Canada together
Quebec, Canada
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Illinois, United States
Make a friend with locals
Bart
Bart
Connect with Bart to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Bart to know about the hidden gems of Schaumburg, IL, USA
Connect with Bart to explore Schaumburg, IL, USA together
Connect and lend Bart's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Bart's travel and outdoor equipment
Schaumburg, IL, USA
Hey there, fellow traveler! 🌍 If you're swinging by Schaumburg, IL or landing at Chicago O'Hare, ...
Murat
Murat
Connect with Murat to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Murat's home
Connect with Murat to know about the hidden gems of Memphis, TN, USA
Connect with Murat to explore Memphis, TN, USA together
Connect and lend Murat's vehicle or get a ride
Memphis, TN, USA
I would like to do road trips in nature. Good spots could be some places in Arkansas and Gatlinbu...
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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

β€œI 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.