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.
Jasper
Jasper
Connect with Jasper to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Jasper's home
Connect with Jasper to know about the hidden gems of Pampanga, Philippines
Connect with Jasper to explore Pampanga, Philippines together
Connect and lend Jasper's vehicle or get a ride
Pampanga, Philippines
I can link up during my free time. I’m also a solo traveler, so I know how much of a game-changer...
Sonny
Sonny
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Connect with Sonny to know about the hidden gems of City of Naga
Connect with Sonny to explore City of Naga together
City of Naga
I will give you a tour of our province. There’s a lot of great beaches, falls, and other tourist ...
Ishaq
Ishaq
Connect with Ishaq to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Ishaq to know about the hidden gems of Ho Chi Minh City
Connect with Ishaq to explore Ho Chi Minh City together
Ho Chi Minh City
I have been to over 10 cities and stayed in each for a good week and more. My expertise is know i...
maximus
maximus
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Connect with maximus to explore Manila together
Manila
It's nice to wander around our area, there are many sights that are cheap.
Erika
Erika
Connect with Erika to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect and stay in Erika's home
Connect with Erika to know about the hidden gems of Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines
Connect with Erika to explore Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte, Philippines together
Connect and lend Erika's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Erika's travel and outdoor equipment
Butuan City, Agusan De...
Butuan is a nice small town
Rose
Rose
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Connect with Rose to meet up for coffee or drink
Pasig, Metro Manila, P...
We can Enjoy and Visit nice places together enjoy our moments with positive Vibes
Janice
Janice
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Connect with Janice to know about the hidden gems of Tseung Kwan O
Connect with Janice to explore Tseung Kwan O together
Tseung Kwan O
We can do something active, for example, a run or jogging along the harbour. Or we can do somethi...
Magz
Magz
Connect with Magz to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Magz to know about the hidden gems of Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines
Connect with Magz to explore Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines together
Cebu City, Cebu, Phili...
Having a local to travel with brings more to the travel experience. It lessens the tendency of ge...
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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.