The pie charts illustrate the proportion of tourists from the UK to Spain across different age groups between 1983 and 2003.
Overall, the highest percentage of visitors in both years was comprised of individuals aged 35-54, while the lowest proportions were seen in tourists aged 16-24 in 1983 and in travelers aged 25-34 and 0-15 in 2003. Notably, the 16-24 age group experienced the most significant increase, whereas the 35-54 age group saw the most considerable decrease.
Focusing first on increases, tourists from the UK to Spain aged 16-24 experienced dramatic growth, rising from 4% to 15% over the period. Similarly, the percentage of visitors aged 55+ saw a moderate rise, increasing from 16% in 1983 to 26% by 2003.
In terms of decreases, the most notable decline occurred among tourists aged 35-54, who dropped from 50% to 35% between 1983 and 2003. Likewise, holidaymakers aged 25-34 also experienced a decline, falling to 8% over the 20-year period.
