If you didn't catch it... My answer is, yes. The historical significance of summiting Mt. Everest will never go away. That is in itself the reward. That's why people visit famous places and iconic landmarks for vacation. This will always overshadow some internet article criticizing it as a tourist trap.
Also See:
Great wall of china, Pyramids of Giza, etc, etc.
Also See: Great wall of china, Pyramids of Giza, etc, etc.