While I do think "class" is the wrong term, because it obviously has nothing to do with income level, I do know how you feel, Sam n Stormy, and I suspect we'd have declined, too, if we were in your situation.
I agree with EBF's points, yet--call me cynical--I'm always suspicious about the motivations of those who can basically have whatever they want.
My wife and I enjoy a comfortable lifestyle and have a household income that's well above average. Yet, we aren't into traditional creature comforts, nor do we appreciate flashy displays of wealth--particularly not to the degree that you described. Part of the reason is that we're simple people. But it's also the fact that even at our level, we have assumptions made about us based on our income.
And while it's true that not all "rich" folks are snobs, they definitely (Warning: Generalization ahead!) look at life differently. It's inevitable. Having a lot changes your outlook on life.
Of course there are exceptions, but we've seen it in our own social circle among those with considerably less than the folks you encountered.
Others will argue, but we're in your court. We'd have no problem playing with folks who were dirt poor, but we'd be quite wary about those on the other end of the spectrum.
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