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.
Kemal
Kemal
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Connect with Kemal to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Kemal's home
Connect with Kemal to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Kemal to explore Istanbul together
Istanbul
Living in Istanbul, I’ve grown to love every corner of this chaotic yet beautiful city. From the ...
wAsEeM
wAsEeM
Connect with wAsEeM to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with wAsEeM to know about the hidden gems of Bursa, Turkey
Connect with wAsEeM to explore Bursa, Turkey together
Connect and lend wAsEeM's vehicle or get a ride
Bursa, Turkey
if you exited to visit this city ask me about everything
Rainer
Rainer
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Connect with Rainer to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Rainer's home
Connect with Rainer to know about the hidden gems of Antalya, Türkiye
Connect with Rainer to explore Antalya, Türkiye together
Antalya, Türkiye
Enjoy the cute buildings, the small walkways, Restaurants, Shops without an end.
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...
Hama
Hama
Connect with Hama to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Hama to know about the hidden gems of Antalya, Türkiye
Connect with Hama to explore Antalya, Türkiye together
Antalya, Türkiye
Mmmm
Sayed
Sayed
Connect with Sayed to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Sayed's home
Connect with Sayed to know about the hidden gems of Istanbul
Connect with Sayed to explore Istanbul together
Connect and lend Sayed's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Sayed's travel and outdoor equipment
Istanbul
Hi! I’m Sayed — an architect and hospitality expert who has lived in Istanbul for years. I know...
İsmail
İsmail
Connect with İsmail to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in İsmail's home
Connect with İsmail to explore İstanbul, Türkiye together
Connect and use İsmail's travel and outdoor equipment
İstanbul, Türkiye
I enjoy living in the moment, exploring the city, and meeting new people. I’d love to walk around...
Burak
Burak
Connect with Burak to meet up for coffee or drink
İstanbul, Türkiye
I would like to help people explore.just text me when you came to İstanbul and we will meet
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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.