How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in portland-a19c33a1-a6e7-45ce-b4e6-f9b2f4ec6269.

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.
Dee
Dee
Connect with Dee to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Dee to know about the hidden gems of Vancouver, BC, Canada
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Happy to explore new activities, neighborhoods, culinary adventures, and nature.
Mahshid
Mahshid
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Connect with Mahshid to know about the hidden gems of Burnaby, BC, Canada
Connect with Mahshid to explore Burnaby, BC, Canada together
Burnaby, BC, Canada
It's always great to have a reliable adventure partner to explore in the woods.
Jessica
Jessica
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Connect with Jessica to know about the hidden gems of Monterey, CA, USA
Connect with Jessica to explore Monterey, CA, USA together
Connect and lend Jessica's vehicle or get a ride
Monterey, CA, USA
I can show you local favourite restaurants and spots, hike popular trails, or meet up with you fo...
Troy
Troy
Connect with Troy to meet up for coffee or drink
Connect with Troy to explore Los Angeles, CA, USA together
Los Angeles, CA, USA
I live in Southern California. I enjoy the outdoors from the beaches to the mountains. I like t...
Carrie
Carrie
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Connect with Carrie to know about the hidden gems of Washington, United States
Connect with Carrie to explore Washington, United States together
Washington, United States
I love the Tacoma area and sharing things like local eateries $ pubs, markets, unique shops, and ...
Tony
Tony
Connect with Tony to know about the hidden gems of San Diego, CA, USA
Connect with Tony to explore San Diego, CA, USA together
San Diego, CA, USA
I’ve been living in California since 2010. I love to travel and meet travellers. Looking to meet ...
Lin
Lin
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Connect with Lin to explore CA, United States 94583 together
CA, United States 94583
Love to meet new friends
Misaki
Misaki
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Connect and stay in Misaki's home
Connect with Misaki to know about the hidden gems of San Jose, CA, USA
Connect with Misaki to explore San Jose, CA, USA together
Connect and lend Misaki's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Misaki's travel and outdoor equipment
San Jose, CA, USA
Hi! I'm from Los Angeles but I'm based out of San Jose. I'm happy to meet up, show you around, an...
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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

β€œI 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.