06/02/2026
No, girls' trips are not tax deductible.
Sarah and Christiann had an amazing time exploring beautiful Moab, Utah, but unfortunately the IRS doesn't consider sightseeing, hiking, and making memories to be business expenses!
Business trips, however, can be deductible if they meet the IRS requirements and you keep good records.
A few tips to maximize your business travel deductions:
1. Have a clear business purpose for the trip before you leave.
2. Keep a detailed itinerary showing meetings, conferences, site visits, or other business activities.
3. Save receipts for airfare, lodging, transportation, parking, and other travel expenses.
4. Document who you met with and the business topics discussed when claiming meal expenses.
5. Keep notes during the trip—don't rely on memory months later.
6. Make sure the primary purpose of the trip is business. If you tack on a few personal days, that's usually okay, but the business activities should drive the trip.
7. Bonus tip: Keep emails, conference registrations, meeting invitations, and even photos that help support the business purpose.
Good documentation is the difference between a deductible business trip and a very expensive vacation.
Questions about whether your upcoming travel qualifies? Give us a call before you book!
