These are the top 20 perfect moments to experience on holiday

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The formula for creating the most memorable holiday includes travelling with a group of least four people, enjoying a minimum of four new experiences and finding a ‘hidden gem’.

Research of 2,000 holidaymakers aged 18-34 found 34 per cent felt stepping out of your comfort zone was important for an unforgettable trip, wanting to push their boundaries at least three times.

While 29 per cent believe making new friends is key, with a memorable break involving meeting a minimum of two people.

And at least three new dishes should also be tried.

It also emerged an outstanding trip will see 55 photos and 13 videos taken to capture the four ‘perfect moments’ they want to experience.

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Ticking off the bucket list

Respondents have been on an average of six truly memorable trips each, while 17 per cent of those who have travelled solo feel these holidays created more memories than any other.

Rachel Storey, brand director of social travel company for 18-35 year olds, Contiki, which commissioned the research, said: “The reason we travel is, at its core, to create memories – whether it’s from that perfect moment or trying something new out of your comfort zone.

“Exploring a new destination and culture is opening yourself up to the unknown with the potential to create memories that can last a lifetime when you make every moment count.”

The research also found 43 per cent of travellers believe spending time with people physically on holiday is more important than ever, due to today’s increasingly virtual world.

While 37 per cent pick their travel destinations based on the experiences they might have while there and 30 per cent have a holiday bucket list of moments they want to tick off.