Why Go Ask A Local?
Because there’s a better way to travel authentically. And it starts with the locals.
With the proliferation of mass travel, many destinations have succumbed to serious overtourism - we know because we live in them.
Blog posts, youtube videos, guide books, and forums all recommend the same places; herding us through the world like cattle.
That’s why when we want to get off the beaten path and into the heart and soul of our destinations, we turn to the people who know them best: the locals.
Want the lowdown on that village with the secret thermal baths, the best street tacos in Mexico City, or the beach that’s empty even in August? We’ve got you covered.
Our experts are dedicated travel professionals who have spent decades exploring their regions and honing their craft. They are passionate about the places they call home and dedicated to helping travelers experience the best that their regions can offer.
Simply put, the locals do it better.
Who we are
We’re Abe and Manny - twin brothers originally from Connecticut, in the United States. We founded Go Ask A Local because we know how much better travel is when you get off the beaten path and experience a new place like the locals do.
Manny is a tour guide who has been working in Latin America and Southern Europe since 2015. Abe works in environmental sustainability in Connecticut, managing a program that funds and promotes local sustainability projects across the state.
We created this platform to bring a more local focus to travel planning. We’re tired of "checklist travel" and the countless “15 things to do in …” blogs written by people with no real connection to the places they write about. As guides and frequent travelers, we know how much better a trip can be when a local’s advice brings you to a great neighborhood restaurant, a beautiful beach without the crowds, or a really unique experience. And we also know how much better this type of travel is for the local community.
Our goal is simple - we want to help you plan a better trip that's also better for the place you're going.