Have you ever been somewhere that truly felt like "the middle of nowhere"?

Why people ask this

This question works because the yes-or-no split always surprises the room — someone answers in a way nobody expected, and the conversation starts from there. Travel questions are bait for stories — every yes is a country, a disaster, or a person met by accident, and the answers tend to outlive the trip itself. On have.you, this question draws players from every kind of setting — parties, road trips, dinners, late-night calls — which is why the same question reads differently every time. The interesting part is rarely the answer itself; it is the follow-up, the story behind the yes, or the surprised reaction when someone answers the opposite of what everyone expected.

What do players say?

100%

of players said Yes
7 responses

Based on 7 answers so far, 100% of players say yes — making this one of the most common experiences players own up to.

Discussion starters

→ Who in the group is most likely to have been somewhere that truly felt like "the middle of nowhere"?
→ What's the full story — and who in the group is most surprised by your answer?
→ What is the most chaotic thing that has happened to you abroad?
→ What country has surprised you the most?
→ What is the longest you have travelled with one bag?

Feeling like you're in the middle of nowhere can bring a mix of awe, adventure, and sometimes a bit of fear. Exploring moments where location feels utterly remote can spark interesting conversations. Discover the stories behind those remote adventures with this question in our Travel & Adventure category.

What This Question Really Asks

This question probes into your experiences with remote or isolated places, uncovering stories of adventure, solitude, or even unexpected challenges. It’s a window into your travel tales and your comfort with the unknown. For fresh ideas on deepening your conversations, check out deep and meaningful questions. It also taps into your sense of adventure or perhaps your fears about remote environments.

Whether you've visited a deserted desert or tiny island
Moments when you felt completely cut off from civilization
Experiences of discovering hidden or less-known locations
Stories of overcoming challenges in remote areas
Memories that changed your perspective on travel or solitude

How to Use This Question

Setting	Tone	Best for	Tip
Friends game night	Playful, adventurous	Getting to know your friends' travel stories	Use this question to encourage storytelling and bonding; consider deciding who goes next for more fun.
First date	Warm, curious	Breaking the ice with intriguing stories	Balance curiosity with privacy; a gentle way to explore each other's travel adventures.
Team meeting	Professional, lighthearted	Building team camaraderie	Share travel tales that reveal personality and resilience.
Family dinner	Casual, nostalgic	Sharing childhood or family travel memories	Encourage everyone to contribute their remote adventure stories.
Party	Fun, spontaneous	Creating lively conversations	Use this question to spark amusing or surprising stories, perhaps with some icebreaker tips.

When You Say "Yes"

You’ve visited truly remote or less-trodden places.
You enjoy the solitude or adventure of being away from crowds.
You have stories about overcoming challenges in isolated locations.
You’ve experienced a moment where nature or environment surprised you.
Travel stories that highlight discovering hidden gems or secret spots, as explored in Travel & Adventure.