How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in san-jose-e4b5fbff-419f-48f5-8e21-656be3fdc512.

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.
Clark
Clark
Connect and stay in Clark's home
Connect with Clark to know about the hidden gems of Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia
Connect with Clark to explore Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia together
Connect and lend Clark's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Clark's travel and outdoor equipment
Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia
explore the town and have fun
Ronald
Ronald
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Connect with Ronald to explore Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala together
Antigua Guatemala, Gua...
I’d love to take you through the colorful streets of Antigua, show you the best local coffee spot...
Kemarah
Kemarah
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Connect with Kemarah to explore Montego Bay together
Montego Bay
Hometown of one of Jamaica's national heroes - Sam Sharpe
carlos
carlos
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Connect with carlos to explore Quito, Ecuador together
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Quito, Ecuador
I can help you to discover all the wonders of Ecuador. A variety of ecosystems from beach to snow...
Danilo
Danilo
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Connect with Danilo to know about the hidden gems of Quito
Connect with Danilo to explore Quito together
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Quito
Hey there, solo traveler! Welcome to Quito! 🌄 I'm stoked to show you around my city and share all...
Rod
Rod
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Connect with Rod to know about the hidden gems of Merida, Yucatan, Mexico
Connect with Rod to explore Merida, Yucatan, Mexico together
Merida, Yucatan, Mexico
I've lived in Mérida all my life, so you can ask me anything.
Austin
Austin
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Connect with Austin to know about the hidden gems of Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Connect with Austin to explore Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia together
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Connect and stay in Austin's home
Cali, Valle del Cauca,...
born raised and schooled in NYC. was lucky to get out of it and into the wilderness a ton - was a...
Frank
Frank
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Connect with Frank to know about the hidden gems of Alajuela Province, Grecia, Costa Rica
Connect with Frank to explore Alajuela Province, Grecia, Costa Rica together
Alajuela Province, Gre...
We could meet for lunch at a soda (local small restaurant) explore the coffee farms, or just chec...
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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 San José

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in San José. 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 San José. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore San José together.