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.
Laurence
Laurence
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Connect with Laurence to know about the hidden gems of Quebec City
Connect with Laurence to explore Quebec City together
Quebec City
My town is fun but there isn't much to do. I do know the green spots tho, they are rare but pres...
Yeye
Yeye
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Connect with Yeye to know about the hidden gems of Union City, NJ 07087, USA
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Union City, NJ 07087, USA
Union City is the most dense city in the WORLD. Needless to say there’s ALL cuisine available. ...
Tirtha
Tirtha
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New York, NY, USA
I would love to show you around, help you make a plan, plan your trip here and give you tips and ...
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...
Maz
Maz
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Connect with Maz to know about the hidden gems of New York, United States
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Connect and stay in Maz's home
New York, United States
Let’s go
Moe
Moe
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New Jersey, USA
Will take you to nice places around New Jersey and New York City
cassidy
cassidy
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Connect with cassidy to know about the hidden gems of Atlanta, GA, USA
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Atlanta, GA, USA
I was born and raised in the Atlanta/metro area. if you have questions I'm happy to help! My spec...
senthu
senthu
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Connect with senthu to know about the hidden gems of Brampton, ON, Canada
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Brampton, ON, Canada
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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.