TRIP N CHATLanguage Exchange. Local Connection.

BECOME A LOCAL FRIEND

Meet new people,share your everyday life.

Chat over coffee, enjoy a meal together, and discover each other’s languages and cultures.

You don’t need to be a tour guide. Create your own Meetup as a Local Friend.

New connectionsLanguage & cultureFlexible schedule
People spending time together at a café in Vietnam

WHY JOIN?

Why become a Local Friend?

Friends chatting at a café in Vietnam

Meet people from around the world

Share conversations and perspectives with people from different countries.

Everyday café life in Hoi An

Exchange language and culture

Practice Korean or another language while sharing everyday experiences and culture.

A young man enjoying a drink at a local Vietnamese café

Flexible schedule and earning potential

Choose your available times and set Meetup prices. Paid bookings and payouts will become available after the official launch.

MEETUP IDEAS

What kind of Meetup can you create?

Coffee & Chat

Enjoy relaxed conversation and language exchange at a café.

Local Food

Share a meal at one of your favorite local spots.

Local Life

Meet at a park, shopping mall, or another everyday place.

HOW IT WORKS

Start as a Local Friend

01

Sign up

Create a TRIP N CHAT account and verify your email.

02

Apply

Share your location, introduction, language skills, and a speaking sample.

03

Get reviewed

Our team reviews your application and notifies you of the result.

04

Create a Meetup

Once approved, set up your Meetup and availability, then review booking requests.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be a professional tour guide?

No. This is about everyday conversations and language and cultural exchange. Activities requiring a local license or certification must still follow applicable laws.

What languages do I need to speak?

Tell us which languages you can use to communicate with participants, and submit an audio or video sample.

Can I choose when to host?

Yes. You set your available dates and times and decide whether to accept each booking request.

When will I get paid?

The service is currently in testing. Real payments and payouts are not yet available. Platform fees and payout terms will be announced before paid operations begin.

How do I stay safe?

Keep bookings and messages on TRIP N CHAT. Off-platform payments are not allowed, and you can report concerns to support.