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.
AKHIL
AKHIL
Connect with AKHIL to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with AKHIL to explore Kitchener, Canada together
Connect and lend AKHIL's vehicle or get a ride
Kitchener, Canada
Hey there, solo traveler! Welcome to Kitchener! I'm stoked to show you around and grab a coffee o...
Abduelah
Abduelah
Connect with Abduelah to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Abduelah's home
Connect with Abduelah to know about the hidden gems of New York, United States
Connect with Abduelah to explore New York, United States together
Connect and lend Abduelah's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Abduelah's travel and outdoor equipment
New York, United States
We will have a lot of fun
Michelle
Michelle
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Connect with Michelle to explore Rochester, NY, USA together
Connect and stay in Michelle's home
Rochester, NY, USA
Recently bought a house in Rochester, NY. I'm a one hour flight from NYC and a short train ride a...
Anurag
Anurag
Connect with Anurag to know about the hidden gems of Toronto, ON, Canada
Connect with Anurag to explore Toronto, ON, Canada together
Toronto, ON, Canada
Can suggest some incredible food spots and hostels out here in Toronto
François
François
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Connect with François to know about the hidden gems of Ottawa, ON, Canada
Connect with François to explore Ottawa, ON, Canada together
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Ottawa is not a boring city as many think. It's the perfect city for those who enjoy the nature w...
Dan
Dan
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Connect with Dan to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Dan to know about the hidden gems of Wixom, MI, USA
Connect with Dan to explore Wixom, MI, USA together
Connect and use Dan's travel and outdoor equipment
Wixom, MI, USA
Happy to point you toward some solid local spots—coffee shops, walking trails, parks, and a few l...
Sandra
Sandra
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Connect with Sandra to know about the hidden gems of Detroit
Connect with Sandra to explore Detroit together
Detroit
Happy to give pointer on the Detroit must see list.
senthu
senthu
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Connect with senthu to know about the hidden gems of Brampton, ON, Canada
Connect with senthu to explore Brampton, ON, Canada together
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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.