How GAFFL Works

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Find Locals

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Get Connected

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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.
James
James
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Los Angeles
I have lived here in LA for a time and even up north in wine country. I know where the calm and w...
Bob
Bob
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Manhattan Beach
I've been almost everywhere, save the poles and non-China Asia and Scandinavia. I'll ski the Cats...
Ujjwal
Ujjwal
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California, United States
I live in Folsom, CA, an hour away from Lake Tahoe. I am interested in meeting people who would l...
manu
manu
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San Francisco, CA, USA
I'm from East Bay, will be more than happy to catch up with you for a drink
David
David
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California, United States
I’ll be happy to show you around the city and do some cool stuff, I’m very go with the flow and d...
Prashant
Prashant
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San Francisco
I love exploring local events and festivals. I will also frequently go out and hit up nightlife a...
Joe
Joe
San Diego
See all the coastal hot spots. I know a great place to surf longboard. Perfect if you are still l...
X-Tina
X-Tina
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Los Angeles
I definitely want to check out new hiking trails , new lunch spots , and museums . I’m open for s...
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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 Portland

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