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I've allocated 5-6 hours for SF-Yosemite
Then another 5-6hrs for Yosemite to somewhere like Bakersfield or whatever just to eat dinner and stay the night.
Then 5-6hrs to get to SD.  I'd prefer to drive inland to avoid the LA area as much as possible due to traffic.
SD to Vegas is another 5-6hrs.  Planning to leave around 8am to get there around 2pm
Vegas to Williams is about 4hrs but we will be leaving in the morning and going via the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead and taking our time
Williams to LA is about 7-8hrs

Is my math right?

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Honestly we will be doing a ton of shit just for the whole tourist experience.  We gotta do what we see on TV and movies for our 1st trip, because Murica.  So even though Vegas Whitecastle is shit, we will probably just do it for the sake of it.  Everyone says don't eat at Vegas buffets, but for us we gotta do that

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Gas will still probably be cheaper than here.

Today I think it's about 1.40/L for the cheap stuff.  So about 1.10/L so about 4.16USD per gallon

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Why Yosemite to SD then all the way back to Vegas? That wastes a lot of time

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@fiftycalibre

Hey, what phone data plan are you on? See if you can borrow a phone while here, or purchase a cheap phone with an "unlimited" plan.

If you use Google Maps to route your itinerary, add 30min for contingencies, and of course factor in at least 1 rest stop every 4hrs for the missus.
I would allocate 7hrs solid for SD to Vegas, which would include a fuel/rest stop.
If you have a phone with a decent plan, using the live version of google maps will give you some traffic updates.

Let me know (email, my PM box is full) when you are coming over. Maybe I can hook you up with some free shit. You mates took great care of me and my team last time, and every other time I've been there.

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Absolutely eat at a Vegas buffet!  It's part of the experience.  There are also some famous chefs who have restaurants there, my coworkers have given mixed reviews, however.

Burgr, for example, is expensive and not that good, I've been told.

A great resource for all things Vegas is Vegas.com.

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$2.169 here per gallon.

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I have a few questions.
1.  Where can I shoot guns besides Vegas as a foreigner?  My mate that is getting married has a few guns but he's gonna be busy prepping for his wedding and he just has the usual lame Cali legal stuff.
Use the internet for places other than Vegas.

2.  We intend to stay for a night somewhere between Yosemite and SD about halfway.  We want to go through the Tioga Pass and leave Yosemite on the East, so was looking at staying at Barstow or Ridgecrest, but I don't know if they are crime infested shit holes.  Any recommendations?
Camp beside the road. America is the safest place in the world. Just watch out for Bigfoot.

3.  I saw some documentaries on White Castle.  Where is this famous castle of whiteness that sells burgers?
It's a chain, they are all over the place. Here's a secret: The best Chef's only work the 11PM-4AM shift. You have to go there during this time. If your waitress notices that you are inebriated she will let the Chef's know. The chef will create the ultimate culinary creation for you.

4.  Where do you recommend staying at for the Grand Canyon?  We have allocated 2 nights there.
5.  I hear Americans like to go over the speed limit alot.  How much should I speed by?  Will the police pull me over and shoot me?
Look for a vehicle with large chrome wheels and really loud music. It's an America symbol for tier one drivers. Just mimic their driving habits and you will be fine.

6.  How much do you tip valet parking people and stuff?  We don't tip here and I know you tip servers at restaurants 15-20% and cab drivers about 10% but otherwise I have no idea.
Tip Everyone 25-30% or ten dollars, whichever is greater. It's custom here to tip every single person who offers a good or service, yes this includes the cashier.

7.  What's the best place to buy alcohol?
Everywhere, it's more common than guns here.
8.  Whats the best place to buy more suitcases?  We intend to fly there with 1 suitcase each and fill up on stuff to bring back so will need 2 suitcases each on the way back.

If you have any advice then I'm all ears

Watch out.  I've only ever driven on the left hand side of the road and my rental car is fully insured with no excess.

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I am coming to America, but not to find a Queen.  My friend has found a Queen to clean his Royal Penis and to yap like a dog, so I am going to go and celebrate their union and have a holiday while I'm at it.

I'll be going to NYC (7 nights), San Francisco (5 nights), Yosemite (3 nights), San Diego (8 nights), Vegas(2 nights), Grand Canyon (2 nights, probably in Williams) and then I fly out of LA (in that order).  We will be hiring a car on the last day at SF and driving everywhere at the West Coast and using Uber/Taxi when it's easier than driving/parking ourself.  We are only doing 1 night in LA just so we can see Hollywood Blvd and thats about it.  We have not much of an interest in LA.  8 nights in SD because that's where my mate is getting married and thats where his bachelor's party is happening.

I have a few questions.
1.  Where can I shoot guns besides Vegas as a foreigner?  My mate that is getting married has a few guns but he's gonna be busy prepping for his wedding and he just has the usual lame Cali legal stuff.
2.  We intend to stay for a night somewhere between Yosemite and SD about halfway.  We want to go through the Tioga Pass and leave Yosemite on the East, so was looking at staying at Barstow or Ridgecrest, but I don't know if they are crime infested shit holes.  Any recommendations?
3.  I saw some documentaries on White Castle.  Where is this famous castle of whiteness that sells burgers?
4.  Where do you recommend staying at for the Grand Canyon?  We have allocated 2 nights there.
5.  I hear Americans like to go over the speed limit alot.  How much should I speed by?  Will the police pull me over and shoot me?
6.  How much do you tip valet parking people and stuff?  We don't tip here and I know you tip servers at restaurants 15-20% and cab drivers about 10% but otherwise I have no idea.
7.  What's the best place to buy alcohol?
8.  Whats the best place to buy more suitcases?  We intend to fly there with 1 suitcase each and fill up on stuff to bring back so will need 2 suitcases each on the way back.

If you have any advice then I'm all ears

Watch out.  I've only ever driven on the left hand side of the road and my rental car is fully insured with no excess.

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Pro tip. Left , Right, middle of the road, leave the politics in your head. It's just a really weird time here and you don't need any abdication on vacation. You probably already realize this so just saying.

#1 many indoor gun ranges rent guns and some even rent full auto. Try and link up with a fellow ARFCOMer if you can and go to a private range.

#2 outside of my territory, sorry.

#3 You will either love or hate WC, but you will find them around NY for sure.

#4 Been there but stayed in Henderson near the strip.

#5 5-10 over should do it. The PoPo (that's what they like to be called) won't shoot you for speeding as long as you stop when they hit the lights, and argue in a strange accent while waiving your arms and putting your hands in your pockets a lot.

#6 I tip a couple bucks usually, more if the occasion calls for it. Just rent a Jaguar and don't tip, they'll be used to that.

#7 what was the question?

#8 Just find a decent department store.

Most of all, just enjoy yourself.

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We will probably get an AT&T sim card in NYC.  Not too fussed about calls but just need data really.  Some Aussie forums have been saying go with AT&T for better middle of nowhere coverage and theres a 10gb plan for 30 days for about $50 or something.  We plan on using Google Maps and Waze while driving.

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I am coming to America, but not to find a Queen.  My friend has found a Queen to clean his Royal Penis and to yap like a dog, so I am going to go and celebrate their union and have a holiday while I'm at it.

I'll be going to NYC (7 nights), San Francisco (5 nights), Yosemite (3 nights), San Diego (8 nights), Vegas(2 nights), Grand Canyon (2 nights, probably in Williams) and then I fly out of LA (in that order).  We will be hiring a car on the last day at SF and driving everywhere at the West Coast and using Uber/Taxi when it's easier than driving/parking ourself.  We are only doing 1 night in LA just so we can see Hollywood Blvd and thats about it.  We have not much of an interest in LA.  8 nights in SD because that's where my mate is getting married and thats where his bachelor's party is happening.

I have a few questions.
1.  Where can I shoot guns besides Vegas as a foreigner?  My mate that is getting married has a few guns but he's gonna be busy prepping for his wedding and he just has the usual lame Cali legal stuff.
2.  We intend to stay for a night somewhere between Yosemite and SD about halfway.  We want to go through the Tioga Pass and leave Yosemite on the East, so was looking at staying at Barstow or Ridgecrest, but I don't know if they are crime infested shit holes.  Any recommendations?
3.  I saw some documentaries on White Castle.  Where is this famous castle of whiteness that sells burgers?
4.  Where do you recommend staying at for the Grand Canyon?  We have allocated 2 nights there.
5.  I hear Americans like to go over the speed limit alot.  How much should I speed by?  Will the police pull me over and shoot me?
6.  How much do you tip valet parking people and stuff?  We don't tip here and I know you tip servers at restaurants 15-20% and cab drivers about 10% but otherwise I have no idea.
7.  What's the best place to buy alcohol?
8.  Whats the best place to buy more suitcases?  We intend to fly there with 1 suitcase each and fill up on stuff to bring back so will need 2 suitcases each on the way back.

If you have any advice then I'm all ears

Watch out.  I've only ever driven on the left hand side of the road and my rental car is fully insured with no excess.

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I fully intend to buy an America shirt and America pants.

I also want to find an Outback steakhouse with some mates and we will lay on THICK Aussie accents and comment how it's just like home.

Do keep a lot of singles & $5s in your wallet for tips. If you can, avoid paying  tips on your card. Pay your bills with your card for the exact amount billed, tip in cash.

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Buy suitcases on amazon and have them delivered to your hotel.

Speeding really depends on local conditions. 10 over is generally fine in California, and you’ll probably get passed frequently.

Barstow is a shithole. If you can afford the time take the PCH down from San Francisco and just enjoy the scenery.  It’ll take a lot longer but it’ll be a lot more enjoyable and the scenery will be a lot better.  And you can stop anywhere and be confident it’s not a shithole.

You are aware of the distances involved with driving out west?  Be careful, America doesn’t have signs all over imploring you to pull over every 45 minutes

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Also, tipping a waiter anything below 20% says "you did a poor job". 25% says "wow that was great!". 20% says "good job". Don't let troglodytes and octogenarians tell you any different.

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Daytime plans are basically do touristy shit and do some shopping.  Aussies have a ton to do in NYC since it's so different to anything here and shopping is way better than here.  Unfortunately we probably won't be able to spend much/any time outside of NY

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I spend 4 days a week on average in hotels, and eating at restaurants.
Tips are between 15-20% of the pre tax amount.

18% is very standard. Nobody is going to look at you sideways for a 18% tip. 32 years ago (when I started) the standard tip was 10%

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Just a suggestion. Trim a day or 2 off of your NYC time and hop a train to DC.  Check out the monuments, museums, and Arlington National Cemetery.

Also, keep in mind that alcohol laws can vary by state. Some states only sell through state authorized stores, in some states you can buy it at any store. I believe NY and CA are free states though.  

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Also, but a Yuengling when in NYC. It's America's oldest brewery and you can't buy it anywhere but the east coast.

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I fully intend to buy an America shirt and America pants.

I also want to find an Outback steakhouse with some mates and we will lay on THICK Aussie accents and comment how it's just like home.

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Just personally,7 days in NYC is too many.

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Holy shit thats cheap.

Maybe I should hire an Escalade or something