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Jonathan
Jonathan
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Pullman, WA 99163, USA
Going on hikes and exploring. A day hike is any place within 150 miles. A weekend hike is anywher...
Shashi
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Mount San Antonio
I would like to go for food at a nice place
Courtnay
Courtnay
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Reno, NV, USA
Happy to share my favorite coffee shops, restaurants, kayaking and hiking spots!
sanket
sanket
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Costa Mesa, CA, USA
I like to enjoy some company and experience amazing So Call
Kira
Kira
Arcata
I’ve lived in humboldt 15 years and know all the books and crannies of this gorgeous place. Lots ...
Crystal
Crystal
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Colorado, USA
I'm currently camping on the front range in Colorado preparing for several backpacking trips to I...
John
John
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Moorpark
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Phillip
Phillip
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Prescott, AZ, USA
Will tell you
Storm
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Denver
Great downtown vibe, museums, street fairs, and more
Paul
Paul
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Denver
I love showing off Fort Collins and the craft brewers around Northern Colorado.
Tracy
Tracy
Denver
There’s a lot to see in do in and around Denver. Lots of lil neighborhood gems. All depends on ...
Bryce
Bryce
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Denver
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Shannon
Shannon
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Denver
Their are a few amusement parks, aquariums , football and basketball games , Concerts , Gambling.
Erin
Erin
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Denver
I’ve lived in Colorado since 1987 and love to show people around!
Mark
Mark
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Denver
There's a wealth of good hiking trails around Denver that I'd like to explore, all seasons. If i...
Pamela
Pamela
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Denver
Drinks eat movies so I could also host at my place watch a movie eat some popcorns we can also...
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...
Ashlynn
Ashlynn
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Los Angeles
It would be great if you could travel around the world without a plane. Motorcycles, trains, ship...
Alice
Alice
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Los Angeles
We can visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the famous Central Plaza or Universal Studios in Lywo...
Lloyd
Lloyd
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Los Angeles
I do not visit "tourist attractions" frequently but I am familiar with local activities and the a...
Jody
Jody
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Los Angeles
I’d be happy to grab coffee or a drink and help out with recommendations. Los Angeles is enormous...
Greg
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Los Angeles
I have lived in So Cal my entire life. Feel free to ask any questions. I want to help you so may...
Andy
Andy
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Los Angeles
I could show you around the Los Angeles area.
Faye
Faye
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Los Angeles
I like to meet both LA locals and travelers, make friends, share stories, maybe make a travel pla...

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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 Santa Monica

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