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.
Nick
Nick
Connect with Nick to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Nick to know about the hidden gems of Chicago, IL, USA
Connect with Nick to explore Chicago, IL, USA together
Connect and lend Nick's vehicle or get a ride
Chicago, IL, USA
I was born and raised in Chicagoland. My mom and dads families are from the Near South Side, a wo...
Jonathan
Jonathan
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Connect with Jonathan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Jonathan to know about the hidden gems of Machias
Connect with Jonathan to explore Machias together
Machias
I am a local, so I know all the best spots whether it be a secret fishing hole or place to pick a...
Ray
Ray
Connect with Ray to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ray to know about the hidden gems of Toronto
Toronto
I am looking forward to meeting with people that come to the city to experience true Toronto adve...
Kim
Kim
Connect with Kim to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Kim to know about the hidden gems of TN, United States 38103
Connect with Kim to explore TN, United States 38103 together
TN, United States 38103
I will make sure that you stay away from dangerous areas in town. I live downtown and we could ho...
Darrick
Darrick
Connect with Darrick to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Darrick to know about the hidden gems of Detroit, MI, USA
Detroit, MI, USA
I would like to share the travel experience with a friend, preferably with a female.
Kristen
Kristen
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Connect with Kristen to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Kristen to know about the hidden gems of Toronto
Connect with Kristen to explore Toronto together
Toronto
There are lots of hidden hikes in Toronto if you know where to find them. Let's go for a walk tog...
Dan
Dan
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Connect with Dan to explore Indiana, United States together
Indiana, United States
Indianapolis has a lot of fun places to visit and explore. It all depends on what you enjoy.
Stogie
Stogie
Connect with Stogie to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Stogie's home
Connect with Stogie to explore Acton together
Acton
Locally - wine trips. Further afield - the lakes and parks.
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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.