Traveling during the Nine Days
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Question
It is explained in the Shulchan Aruch (Yoreh De'ah, Siman 380, Se'if 25): "For all the deceased, it is forbidden until 30 days to go on a distant journey for trade, as it causes great publicity and resembles joy, as one travels in a large caravan and rejoices greatly on the way, etc." My question is, is it permissible to go on a trip with friends during the Nine Days, knowing that the purpose of the trip with friends is also of the type where 'they rejoice greatly on the way'?
Answer
Shalom Rav,
It is certainly not appropriate to indulge in a joyful trip during these days.
However, the matter you brought for comparison seems that there was no 'pleasure' as found in a trip, but rather 'great joy', which is akin to a celebration and a party.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim 551, and Yoreh De'ah, Siman 380