How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in turkey.

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.
Suleyman
Suleyman
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Connect with Suleyman to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Suleyman to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Suleyman to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
I am up for meeting new people, especially real travellers.
Efe
Efe
Connect with Efe to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Efe's home
Connect with Efe to know about the hidden gems of İstanbul, Türkiye
İstanbul, Türkiye
I’m a big music nerd so we can go see some concerts, grab a drink afterwards and hangout in the city
Samadar
Samadar
Connect with Samadar to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Samadar's home
Connect with Samadar to know about the hidden gems of Gümüşsuyu, Tak-ı Zafer Cd., 34435 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey
Connect with Samadar to explore Gümüşsuyu, Tak-ı Zafer Cd., 34435 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey together
Connect and lend Samadar's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Samadar's travel and outdoor equipment
Gümüşsuyu, Tak-ı Zafer...
Love life
Hamdi
Hamdi
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Connect with Hamdi to explore İstanbul together
İstanbul
I was born in this city, I am living in this city for 27 years I know every inch of it.
Fatih
Fatih
Connect with Fatih to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Fatih to know about the hidden gems of İstanbul, Turkey
Connect with Fatih to explore İstanbul, Turkey together
İstanbul, Turkey
I like to travel and swim
Cinar
Cinar
Connect with Cinar to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Cinar to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
“This one’s got real potential.” – My 90+ next door neighbor “Excellent incisors. And he flosses...
Burak
Burak
Connect with Burak to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Burak to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Burak to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
Istanbul is ancient and beautiful city located in Turkey. I'm here to show you the mysteries of t...
Dieciochico
Dieciochico
Connect with Dieciochico to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Dieciochico to know about the hidden gems of Ankara, Turkey
Connect with Dieciochico to explore Ankara, Turkey together
Connect and use Dieciochico's travel and outdoor equipment
Connect and lend Dieciochico's vehicle or get a ride
Ankara, Turkey
We can visit some cool places together
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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 Turkey

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