There is certainly a problem of double standards, but it is not the media. It is appropriate for certain people to have expensive furniture, and it is wonderful for certain people to go to hotels in obscure places for Yomim Tovim. Yes, these things are costly, and those who have the money are certainly entitled to evaluate whether such expenses are fitting for them. It is not for us to judge. I can’t so I don’t. But I cannot blame those who do.
This question arises when luxuries are prioritized over such staples as tuition for yeshivos. And here is where conflict begins. Can one justify the cost of a summer in the Catskills while failing to pay schar limud? Can one justify extravagant simchos and trips to Eretz Yisroel while defaulting or demanding huge discounts on tuition?
Poskim have spoken. Now, it is for people to prioritize properly. But their decisions are frankly not any of my business. I must keep myself squeaky clean. I was not placed here to run anyone else’s life.
Don’t blame the media.