Orthodoxy is not about strict rules and regulations; such rules and regulations exist to promote the spiritual life of man, they do not exist to be a burden upon man.
Exactly, well said Iqbal ;)
I do understand why you all think so, however, I believe that you must also stay polite towards the hosts, they have paid you a valuable gift and I don't think you should refuse like that. Your faith should be stronger than that, and you definitely …