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.
Cris
Cris
Connect with Cris to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Cris's home
Connect with Cris to explore 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8, Canada together
235 Queens Quay W, Tor...
Grab brunch in the city. Take the ferry to the island and hike and drinks by the beach. Explore...
Marcello
Marcello
Connect with Marcello to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Marcello to know about the hidden gems of Chicago, IL, USA
Connect with Marcello to explore Chicago, IL, USA together
Chicago, IL, USA
Let me know if you need tips about the amazing city of Chicago!
Laurence
Laurence
Connect with Laurence to meet up for coffee or drink
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...
Patrick
Patrick
Connect with Patrick to meet up for coffee or drink
St-Hyacinthe
Always want to make new friends and I know exactly where to go for great activities!!
Venkatesh
Venkatesh
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Connect with Venkatesh to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Venkatesh's home
Connect with Venkatesh to know about the hidden gems of Montreal, QC, Canada
Connect with Venkatesh to explore Montreal, QC, Canada together
Montreal, QC, Canada
I'm down for a wonderful trip in and around Montreal.. I have a car and we can drive around.
Akhil
Akhil
Connect with Akhil to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Akhil to know about the hidden gems of Brooklyn, NY, USA
Connect with Akhil to explore Brooklyn, NY, USA together
Brooklyn, NY, USA
We can explore Manhattan, and cafes are so good in there. NY is so addictive. Try not to get addi...
Rakesh
Rakesh
Connect with Rakesh to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Rakesh to know about the hidden gems of Brantford, ON, Canada
Connect and lend Rakesh's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Rakesh's travel and outdoor equipment
Brantford, ON, Canada
Get my thoughts and view from your eyes … It would be a fun !!
Julie
Julie
Connect with Julie to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Julie to know about the hidden gems of Richmond, VA, USA
Connect with Julie to explore Richmond, VA, USA together
Richmond, VA, USA
Looking to travel around randomly. I love to explore new places and just get away from everyday l...
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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.