Neelix has a crisis of purpose when Voyager leaves the region of space that he knows.
This is a reasonably good character episode for Neelix with a strong performance from Ethan Phillips.
Neelix is a notoriously badly received character within the Star Trek franchise and your attitude towards him is likely to shape your enjoyment of the episode. Yes, there are moments when he annoys, particularly in the early scenes where he acts quite needy around various members of the Voyager crew who are trying to get things done. Personally, I think the premise is a good one and fits with Voyager's entry into the Nekrit Expanse.
When the plot's theme becomes a take on TNG's 'The First Duty', with Neelix telling the lie that spins out of control and Janeway's disappointment having nowhere near the impact of Picard's with Wesley Crusher, I think we are in less plausible territory. What works well with a wet-behind-the-ears Starfleet cadet, feels somewhat forced when it's a middle aged man looking for a map.
That being said, the story unfolds in a decent number of character interactions in suitably atmospheric settings, with good production design, makeup, and a great display of acting range from Ethan Phillips. He is supported well by James Nardini.
For me it's a 6.5/10, but I round upwards.