Lokafy
Like many great ideas, Lokafy had its start not in a Eureka moment but in a feeling that grew over time. It was people that brought the place to life.
Connecting travelers with locals around the world.
-Private & Customised Walking tours with locals
- Unique experiences in 300+ cities globally
-Book in your preferred language
-Go to lokafy.com and book your next local experience As I got to experience being in different parts of the world and heard friends share their travel stories, I came to realize that the best travel experiences are when we make a meaningful connection not only with the place, but with its people. The first time I felt it was when I met Sabi in Budapest while backpacking solo across Eastern Europe. We talked for hours and I got to know about Hungarian politics, food, and history , but also about Sabi and his desire to leave his corporate life behind to move to the countryside. Then it was finding a long lost friend by asking elderly shopkeepers in the historic Albaicin area in Granada near the last known address for him. “Raphael? Tato?” Yes, of course they knew him, they watched him grow up, and they directed me to his family’s Bed & Breakfast just down the street. It was also the ultimate experience of connecting with a local—locking eyes with a man on the metro in Paris, who would become my husband 4 years later. As I think back on all the people I have met during my travels, I realize that it is the people that made the difference between a place that I simply passed through and one that stayed imprinted in my memory. Unfortunately, our networks only extend so far and it can be difficult to meet someone spontaneously during our travels. There are cultural differences, language barriers and the busyness of modern life that can get in the way. I created Lokafy to make it easy for travellers to meet locals who are passionate about their city and want to share their knowledge and experience. I also created Lokafy for locals to be able to get to know the world through the people who come to visit their city; a chance to travel the world without leaving home. And finally, I created Lokafy to transform the way people travel; to make it as much about the people we meet, as it is the places we see.
09/18/2026
Dieter gave Regina and her husband the ultimate welcome to Cape Town during their cruise stop. As first-time visitors who wanted a genuine orientation of the city and its culture, they hit the ground running with an interactive walk that made time fly by.
Dieter guided them through the vibrant streets of Bo-Kaap, where Regina loved soaking in the creative scene and meeting friendly local artists. Being able to connect in German made sharing stories and background history feel completely effortless.
📍 Cape Town, South Africa
✨ Lokafyer: Dieter
09/16/2026
✨ Traveler Story of the Week ✨
Edward travels frequently, but he is the first to admit he is not great with foreign languages. Usually, he just relies on hand gestures to get by when visiting a new country. When he planned a last minute stop in Heidelberg, he decided to try a different approach and booked a full six hour walk with a local guide.
Eric picked up the request late the night before and mapped out a solid plan for the day. Having a local there to bridge the language gap made navigating the city completely stress free for Edward. The two of them hit it off right away, and they spent the whole day just hanging out and exploring. Eric actually reached out to us later to say it was one of the best tours he had ever guided.
Edward shared this feedback about his first time traveling this way:
"The experience was just amazing and fun. We had a great day and it made it a lot easier on me as I have no affinity for languages and normally have to rely on hand gestures. Eric was a great companion to have for the day and I highly recommend him to anyone coming to visit."
Exploring a new country is much easier when you have a local host to help you navigate the conversations.
👉 Book a local guide for your next trip - https://lokafy.com/cities/heidelberg
📍 Heidelberg, Germany
🚶 Traveler: Edward
⭐ Lokafyer: Eric
09/15/2026
Got 4 hours in Naples from your cruise ship? 🇮🇹 Save this.
If Naples is one of your cruise stops, you don’t need to spend your short time ashore trying to see everything. Pick a few good stops and keep them close.
Start with Spaccanapoli, grab a Margherita at L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele, walk through the Spanish Quarter, then head up to Castel Sant’Elmo for views across Naples and the Bay of Naples.
If you still have time before getting back to the ship, stop at Gran Caffè Gambrinus for an espresso and sfogliatella.
4 hours. 5 stops. Back to the ship in time. And if you’d rather not figure out the route, a Lokafyer can spend your time ashore showing you the city.
Book a local for your next Naples cruise stop → https://lokafy.com/cities/naples-2
09/14/2026
Singapore beyond Marina Bay, Sentosa and Gardens by the Bay 🇸🇬
If you’re looking for hidden gems in Singapore, these are the places worth adding to your list. From a natural hot spring and a decades-old bird singing club to Pulau Ubin, Kampong Lorong Buangkok and the old Rail Corridor, these spots show you a quieter, more local side of Singapore.
Save this for your next Singapore trip if you want to experience the city beyond the usual tourist attractions.
And if you want to see Singapore with someone who actually knows the city, Lokafy connects you with a local for a private experience built around what you want to explore.
🔗https://lokafy.com/cities/singapore
09/11/2026
Ali did a wonderful job welcoming this lovely family of five on their very first trip to Marrakesh. Traveling with three young daughters means keeping things fun, flexible, and stress-free, and Ali made sure the two-hour walk was completely tailored around their needs.
Starting from the vibrant atmosphere near the main square, Ali showed them around the city in a way that kept both the parents and the little ones engaged. He loved how nice and easygoing the family was, and they had a great time discovering the colorful sights of Marrakesh together. It is that kind of warm, patient local guidance that turns a family outing into a smooth, memorable experience.
📍 Marrakesh, Morocco
✨ Lokafyer: Ali
Nobody really tells you this…
The best way to experience a new city is to see it with someone who actually knows it. 👀
Skip the generic itinerary. Meet a local, explore at your pace, and find the places you would’ve never found on your own.
Your next destination deserves a Lokafy Tour. 🌍
Book yours at Lokafy.com. Link in Bio.
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09/09/2026
✨ Traveler Story of the Week ✨
Booking a last minute trip is always exciting, but figuring out what to do when you get there can be stressful. Maria Rosa and her partner were visiting Bilbao and realized they wanted a real local perspective on the city with barely a day's notice.
They booked a walk and met up with their Lokafyer, Alejandro. Even with the tight turnaround, Alejandro completely delivered. The three of them spent two hours exploring, and the morning quickly turned into a nonstop conversation comparing their different cultures. Instead of a standard script, he shared personal stories about Bilbao and answered every random question they had about the area.
Maria Rosa shared this feedback about the morning:
"Alejandro got us a personalized tour very quickly (we booked quite last-minute) and he provided a great mix of knowledge about the city and personal stories. He was also ready for all the curiosities we got about the city and the culture here."
You do not need weeks of planning to have a meaningful travel experience. Sometimes all it takes is a quick message and a local who is ready to show you around.
👉 Book a local guide for your next trip - https://lokafy.com/cities/bilbao
📍 Bilbao, Spain
🚶 Traveler: Maria Rosa
⭐ Lokafyer: Alejandro
09/08/2026
You need Lokafy in every city 🌍
Because every city has more to offer when you experience it with someone who knows it from the inside.
Whether you’re visiting New York, wandering through Venice, discovering Singapore, or exploring somewhere completely new, a local can help you see the places, stories, and experiences that make a city what it is.
Skip the generic itinerary. Meet a local. Explore the city your way.
📍 Private local experiences in 300+ cities
🗺️ Discover more than the tourist trail
🤝 Connect with someone who knows the city
🔗 www.lokafy.com
Where are you exploring next?
09/07/2026
Meet Amy, your Lokafyer in New York City 🗽
A great communicator, a curious researcher, a traveler, and someone who genuinely loves to walk, Amy brings all of that into the way she shows people around NYC.
For her, being a Lokafyer is about having something in common with travelers: the love of travel, learning, walking, and discovering somewhere new.
From researching the city to sharing it through conversation, Amy knows that exploring New York is even better when you have a local to show you around.
📍 New York City
👣 Local walks
🗽 See NYC through a local’s eyes
Planning a trip to New York? Meet the city with a local who loves it as much as you do.
09/04/2026
Cassiana proved to be the perfect match for Jane during her visit to Glasgow. Coming in from York, Jane wanted to wander past the typical tourist radar and uncover some of the city's hidden gems and vibrant street art.
Meeting right outside Jane's hotel, Cassiana guided her through the city center, sharing lesser-known spots and local stories along the way. Jane had a fantastic two hours exploring Glasgow's unique side and noted she would definitely book another tour. It is that local knowledge and friendly, easygoing connection that makes discovering a city with a guide so special.
📍 Glasgow, Scotland
✨ Lokafyer: Cassiana
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