Jung Il-woo trades Iljimae for European vacation
by javabeans
With his drama series Return of Iljimae now finished, actor Jung Il-woo is off to Europe for a long-awaited vacation.
Because Return of Iljimae shot much of its footage prior to airing, this means he has spent the past eight months working exclusively on that drama production. As we know, Jung has immersed himself in his work and shown his dedication to his role, which has no doubt been exhausting.
The day after the final broadcast, April 10, Jung hopped on a plane for London, where he first photographed a photo shoot for a fashion magazine. He then headed to Germany and Spain, and is currently backpacking through Europe on a ten-day solo trip. He has reportedly cut off all contact with his management and friends during his trip to be able to enjoy his personal time freely. As a soccer fan, he also plans to attend a match or two while in England and Spain.
Seriously, this is what all actors should do after a long production. *Is envious!*
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1 Amy
April 14, 2009 at 7:06 PM
Lee Minho should take a pointer or two from his bud...and not crank out beer commercials and serve coffee at Dunkin Donuts D:
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2 Jae Young
April 14, 2009 at 7:16 PM
Wow, I'm jealous, period. It's nice to hear of one of the stars actually taking care of themselves and having a life and personal time. Good for Jung Il-woo! Now if only I could figure out how to do that myself ^_~
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3 Sere
April 14, 2009 at 7:21 PM
And it figures, when a K-celeb decides to go backpacking in Europe, does he/she choose my country? Of course not. It's always England, France or Germany. Pfft. /end of ranty rant/
I'm glad and relieved he decided to take some time off. He deserves it!
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4 belleza
April 14, 2009 at 7:23 PM
"Lee Minho should take a pointer or two from his bud…and not crank out beer commercials and serve coffee at Dunkin Donuts D:"
Yeah, but I'd imagine their convos are like this:
Jung Il Woo: "I can't wait to go to Paris"
Lee Min Ho: "We shot there."
Jung Il Woo: "Madrid."
Lee Min Ho: "Yup. It didn't make the cut."
Jung Il Woo: "Manchester."
Lee Min Ho: "We even took in a footie match witth United. That didn't make it either."
Jung Il Woo: "Sigh. Is there any place you haven't seen?"
Lee Min Ho: "I haven't seen my bed in 6 months. See my Cass commercial where I put on eyeliner? That wasn't eyeliner. That's how my eyes look now when I don't put on foundation. *clenches Iljimae* Jung Il Woo, take me with you. I need to sleep man!!"
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5 deeta
April 14, 2009 at 7:27 PM
The guy's got good thinking.
Dang, I'm not brave enough to go backpacking through Europe on my own. Sigh.
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6 Jin-Ah
April 14, 2009 at 7:29 PM
So jealous....wonder if he is a Man United fan? Surely he can't be a Chelsea man, bleh.
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7 Genie
April 14, 2009 at 7:30 PM
Going solo on a backpacking trip? So jealous.
Can you imagine him trying to ask the locals for help?
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8 Biscuit
April 14, 2009 at 7:39 PM
lol @ Belleza XD
After traveling all over for shooting in other countries (and now to Japan) I dont think the exahausted BBOF Cast wouldnt want to go out of country... for a while.
Seems to tiring to get on the plane and traveling.. because when you come back from a vacation, you usually need a vacation from the vacation XD
Yay for jung Il Woo being able to have a vac! He deserves a good rest ^^
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9 Kez
April 14, 2009 at 7:40 PM
Way to go Jung Il-Woo! Happy Trails to you!
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10 mzpakipot
April 14, 2009 at 7:45 PM
i'm jealous too! I'm going to Germany then "FLY" to UK...I wanted to do the eurorail/backpacking..but people don't recommend it for a girl..!
he deserves time alone for himself..and enjoy the sceneries...^^
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11 Kender
April 14, 2009 at 8:37 PM
Good for him! I wish more actors would follow his lead.. REST IS GOOD FOR YOU, PEOPLE. STUDIES HAVE PROVEN IT.
Does he speak English or any other European language well enough to get by without help? I'm just wondering what would happen if he got lost or sick or something over there and couldn't get ahold of anyone.. ^^;
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12 Annie101
April 14, 2009 at 8:47 PM
much needed and deserved rest :) LOVED ROI :)
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13 :D
April 14, 2009 at 8:54 PM
that's my dream vacation.. lucky ^^
i would love to go.. T~T;;
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14 Jill
April 14, 2009 at 9:01 PM
Good for him! Wish i could join him backpacking too ..LOL!. Perhaps he'll stop by Old Trafford in Manchester and say 'Hi! ' to Park JiSung...
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15 din
April 14, 2009 at 9:11 PM
i liked the part where he goes far away for 10 days and cuts contact with everyone :D
that's kinda... romantic. in a way. and that's just me. haha.
i mean, a sweet get a way adventure at the same time quality alone time :)
niiiiiice! ;)
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16 AJ
April 14, 2009 at 9:22 PM
@ belleza: BAHAHAHAHAHA
Jung Il-woo, you are beautiful. Take me with youu!!
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17 ella
April 14, 2009 at 9:23 PM
he's hot on that picture :)
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18 Ayame
April 14, 2009 at 9:37 PM
wish that he has a fun and safe trip.
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19 Ilbum noona
April 14, 2009 at 9:58 PM
Il Woo yaa~~~take your time, have some fun, and take some rest..
Hope you enjoy your trip to Europe..
I envy you..I Wish i could go to Europe too..
Take noona with you...^_^
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20 xiaoSxin
April 14, 2009 at 10:16 PM
I have the same thoughts and sentiments as # 2 Jae young and #5 deeta..
I always wanted to go on a solo trip, backpacking through Europe would be the best. Its god to know that people ACTUALLY go on solo trips and backpacking and stuff. makes me want to believe that it can happen to me too.
I would ust need one thing, COURAGE.
I hope Jung Il Woo can speak english or french well, since backpacking through europe would require interaction with the locals!
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21 kimchii
April 14, 2009 at 10:25 PM
Sounds like a pretty fabulous trip he's got planned for himself.
Enjoy it! Much deserved (:
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22 qnhu
April 14, 2009 at 11:39 PM
Good for him! (:
I wish I'd known this sooner that he's wandering around in Europe! I'd be the perfect guide, lol! Maybe he's at the Arsenal vs. Villareal tonight O_O I'll keep my fingers crossed!
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23 michi
April 15, 2009 at 12:29 AM
oh...the cutie's now in his 10-day solo backpacking trip in Europe!
hm...lemme keep an eye on him!
who knows...? :D
have a safe journey, Il-woo!
and enjoy the beautiful, springtime weather!
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24 hjkomo
April 15, 2009 at 12:37 AM
Good for him! It's a recommended experience for someone his age. Glad to see him taking time for himself. Good thinking, Jung Il Woo!
@ Kender - if he needs any help, I'd be happy to hop on a plane in a jiffy. ;)
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25 ...
April 15, 2009 at 1:10 AM
im heading bak to england soon... here's hoping i have amazing luck!
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26 Maryam
April 15, 2009 at 1:12 AM
Backpacking through Europe sounds SO good right now. I'm definitely jealous.
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27 May May
April 15, 2009 at 1:41 AM
awww... why doesnt he want to come to france ? :p
i was soooo laughing reading your message #4 Bellezza :)
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28 tina
April 15, 2009 at 3:13 AM
totally deserves it man.
wow i'm envious that he can watch football matches over there. maybe he'll see a champions league game later =D
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29 Orchid
April 15, 2009 at 3:17 AM
I wouldn't mind being his travel partner. ;-)
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30 crzycpl
April 15, 2009 at 3:18 AM
In England, eh? Might have to keep an eye out for him! :D I wonder if he caught the Liverpool - Chelsea game last night?
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31 seri
April 15, 2009 at 5:12 AM
AWWW MAN!! I wish I could accidently bump into im but I have no plans to be WAIT OMG IM GOING TO SOHO ON SATURDAY!! Omg please let me bump into him T_T omg im producing excitement tears XD im such a freak oh well
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32 seri
April 15, 2009 at 5:30 AM
LOL Belleza, that's hilarious!!! Can I save that somewhere?
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33 JoKing
April 15, 2009 at 5:43 AM
Good on you Jung Il Woo, you deserve a rest!
Although am a bit miffed that he came to London and I didn't know...not that I would have stalked him or anything...*starts to whistle nonchalantly*
But I am with the rest of you about wanting a back-packing holiday, although I have done the Europe thing so my destination would probably be Asia or South America...?
Now if only, I had some money or time...
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34 saharial
April 15, 2009 at 7:21 AM
i'll keep an eye out for him in London hehe
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35 vis
April 15, 2009 at 8:41 AM
Awesome! ^^ The guy knows how to relax, which is just so important not to mention well-deserved!
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36 all4movies
April 15, 2009 at 10:28 AM
Nice, too bad he couldn't get away for longer, but that's the price of fame.
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37 suzi
April 15, 2009 at 11:48 AM
OMG why didn't I know earlier I could of stalked him in London J/K
Nice to know he's taking a break and just being a normal human being
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38 flipcity
April 15, 2009 at 12:23 PM
ur so smashingly cooool !!! i totally admire ur determination to backpack for 10 days...
im soo missing my gap year...x
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39
April 15, 2009 at 4:50 PM
What?!?! And he didn't invite me? I would've been his personal tour guide for free!
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40 ar
April 15, 2009 at 8:11 PM
smart guy! i wish other guys in the industry would follow his example- take a nice vacation and come back refreshed. This is a good example of a guy who does acting for the acting and not the fame. He doesn't see the need to milk anything.
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41 Ayo
April 16, 2009 at 8:04 AM
I can't believe he's coming to London when I'm on uni hols. Unfortunately I probably won't see him but I can confide in the fact that we're in the same city.
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42 CC
April 16, 2009 at 12:22 PM
He definitely deserves the rest. Other actors *cough BOFcastcough* need to follow his lead and learn to relax and stop overworking themselves to death. As much as I love their hard work and dedication they really need to rest
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43 loveyou
April 9, 2010 at 5:10 AM
i love jung il woo ^^
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