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.
Asif
Asif
Connect with Asif to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Asif's home
Connect with Asif to know about the hidden gems of Da Nang, Vietnam
Connect with Asif to explore Da Nang, Vietnam together
Connect and lend Asif's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Asif's travel and outdoor equipment
Da Nang, Vietnam
Hi! I’m traveling around Vietnam to experience the real local life — not just tourist places.<br>...
Neil
Neil
Connect with Neil to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Neil to know about the hidden gems of Penampang, Sabah, Malaysia
Penampang, Sabah, Mala...
Let me know if you want suggestions on what attractions to visit or where to dine in Penampang an...
Aubrey
Aubrey
Makati City
I can show low-key, unassuming spots in Makati City when I'm in town - from awesome bars to not-s...
Heidi
Heidi
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Connect with Heidi to meet up for coffee or drink
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.
Stephen
Stephen
Connect with Stephen to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Stephen to know about the hidden gems of Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Connect with Stephen to explore Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong together
Hong Kong Island, Hong...
I like exploring the city - both the city itself, but also the mountains, beaches, islands furthe...
yuri
yuri
Connect with yuri to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in yuri's home
Connect with yuri to know about the hidden gems of Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Connect with yuri to explore Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines together
Connect and lend yuri's vehicle or get a ride
Manila, Metro Manila, ...
Tour the city
Andiko
Andiko
Connect with Andiko to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Andiko's home
Connect with Andiko to know about the hidden gems of Gorontalo, Gorontalo Regency, Gorontalo, Indonesia
Connect with Andiko to explore Gorontalo, Gorontalo Regency, Gorontalo, Indonesia together
Connect and lend Andiko's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Andiko's travel and outdoor equipment
Gorontalo, Gorontalo R...
Gotontalo, have a many destination, we can enjoy in some place - whale shark Botubarani - lombong...
Ron
Ron
Connect with Ron to meet up for coffee or drink
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...
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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.