How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in manila.

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.
christopher
christopher
Connect with christopher to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with christopher to know about the hidden gems of Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines
Connect with christopher to explore Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines together
Cebu City, Cebu, Phili...
Teacher by profession. I love photography so I travel to capture scenes and moments.
Yuri
Yuri
Connect with Yuri to explore Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan together
Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan
I could show you or take you to some remote beaches for sun bathing or snorkeling if you have the...
Ron
Ron
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Connect with Ron to know about the hidden gems of Quezon City
Connect with Ron to explore Quezon City together
Quezon City
love to hike, swim, travel (Never did before but would like to do something new) meeting with peo...
Pearl
Pearl
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Connect with Pearl to know about the hidden gems of Metro Manila, Philippines
Connect with Pearl to explore Metro Manila, Philippines together
Metro Manila, Philippines
I love looking for hidden places and creating a very amazing memory of local tradition
Rudy
Rudy
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Connect with Rudy to know about the hidden gems of Baguio City
Connect with Rudy to explore Baguio City together
Baguio City
'Umali kayu' is a local term for Welcome! 'Matago-tago kayu' means Long live! Welcome to the City...
Heidi
Heidi
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Connect with Heidi to know about the hidden gems of Taiwan
Connect with Heidi to explore Taiwan together
Taiwan
I will tell you a dangerous and a wonderful thing in Taiwan.
Nitin
Nitin
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Connect and stay in Nitin's home
Makati, Metro Manila, ...
Great places in Makati - If you wish to do it ina short time - love to help / including meet gree...
Sujit
Sujit
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Connect and stay in Sujit's home
Connect with Sujit to know about the hidden gems of Victoria Peak
Connect with Sujit to explore Victoria Peak together
Victoria Peak
Explore city drink and dinning
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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 Manila

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