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Riviera Celebrates Belize 55 Daybridge “Best New Boat” Award

Boating Lifestyle,Luxury Yachts | October 27, 2026 | 3 Min Read

Riviera Celebrates Belize 55 Daybridge “Best New Boat” Award

Belize Yachts  |  Yacht News

The Proud Tradition of Belize Continues


The distinctive lines and classic styling of the Belize 55 Daybridge make an award-winning debut in the United States.

Riviera is celebrating being presented with the prestigious  Best New Power Boat Over 35 Feet  award for the Belize 55 Daybridge following judging at the Newport International Boat Show in the United States in late September.

The World Premiere of the Belize 55 Daybridge was held at the show.

Each year, the show hosts the Newport for New Products Awards. The organizers said the awards recognize “standout new boats and marine products making their debut at the show. The winners were selected for their innovation, design, technology and value.”

The editor-in-chief of Power & Motoryacht magazine, Dan Harding, said of the new Belize: “Smart layout, with the build quality the brand is known for, the Belize 55 was simply a star of the show.”

Riviera’s Belize Motor Yacht Specialist, Doug Nelson, is the supervisor of each Belize yacht’s construction. He said the new yacht was developed after carefully listening to the needs of Belize motor yacht owners.

“This new yacht is available as a Sedan or Daybridge model and offers significant internal space with sophisticated ergonomics,” he said.

“The Belize 55 is a contemporary interpretation of timeless design and exceptional craftsmanship, superbly merged with smart technology and modern performance.”

Offering bespoke luxury using masterful design, each Belize is highly individual, and owners can personalize their yacht with a wide range of premium fabrics and finishes, exotic timbers and handcrafted cabinetry.

Belize 55 Daybridge underway

The Belize 55 Daybridge is powered by twin Volvo Penta D11 IPS 950s rated at 725 hp (533 kW), delivering exceptional power-to-weight performance with impressive fuel economy.

“Smart layout, with the build quality the brand is known for, the Belize 55 was simply a star of the show.”

Dan Harding
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Enjoy This Profile Film of the Belize 55 Daybridge

Designed for Life on the Water

Versatile Entertainer

The Belize 55 provides fabulous spaces for relaxing and entertaining on the aft deck with rear lounge, a hi-low table and bar area with two swing-out stools facing the galley. Courtesy of wide decks, access to the foredeck and its very generous sunpad is so easy. The Daybridge model offers an additional lounge and dining space with 360-degree views on the bridge deck.

Inside the saloon, the impressive portside galley is equipped with a suite of premium appliances while, to starboard, a plush L-shaped lounge surrounds a folding timber table for relaxed entertaining and dining.

The lower helm of the Belize 55 includes an impressive array of instruments and multifunction touchscreens. Joystick controls give the captain fingertip control over low-speed maneuvering. One joystick is located at the lower helm and one portside on the aft deck while the Daybridge model includes an additional joystick at the upper helm.

On the Daybridge model, wide, deep teak treads lead up a curved staircase to an L-shaped lounge with a folding timber table, and the forward upper helm duplicates the functionality of the lower helm.

At anchor, the forward deck offers an expansive sunbed with a fold-up bimini and a fold-out teak table.

Belize 55 Daybridge
Belize 55 Daybridge
Belize 55 Daybridge
Belize 55 Daybridge
Belize 55 Daybridge

Daybridge cruising on the Belize 55 is a joy to behold.

“The Belize 55 is a contemporary interpretation of timeless design and exceptional craftsmanship, superbly merged with smart technology and modern performance.”

Doug Nelson
Belize 55 Daybridge
Belize 55 Daybridge
Belize 55 Daybridge
Belize 55 Daybridge

The Belize 55 provides fabulous spaces for relaxing and entertaining.

Accommodations

Pure Luxury Awaits

The accommodation deck of the Belize 55 provides three staterooms and two bathrooms.

The full-beam master suite amidships is filled with natural light and cross ventilation from very large hull windows with opening portlights. The queen-size, walk-around island bed offers an innerspring mattress. Features include three cedar-lined hanging lockers, multiple sets of deep drawers and matching bedside tables, an inviting portside lounge, plush carpet, reverse-cycle air conditioning, a large smart TV and an ensuite bathroom.

The forward VIP stateroom is another spacious retreat offering a queen-size walk-around island bed framed by two large hull windows and an overhead deck hatch. Hanging lockers and under-bed drawers provide storage. A make-up bureau includes a lift-up lid and a swing-out seat.

The starboard guest stateroom enjoys natural light and fresh air at anchor courtesy of an opening portlight. There are two single berths, a bedside table, storage drawers and a hanging locker.

Guests share the ensuite bathroom of the VIP stateroom.

Belize 55 interior
Belize 55 interior
Belize 55 interior
Belize 55 interior
Belize 55 interior
Belize 55 interior

The Belize 55 offers an unmatched level of customization and bespoke elements, with a wide range of options already considered as part of the boat’s design.

Performance

Exhilarating Power

The Belize 55 Sedan and Daybridge are powered by twin Volvo Penta D11 IPS 950s rated at 725 hp (533 kW), delivering exceptional power-to-weight performance with impressive fuel economy.

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Experience the Belize 55 Daybridge with OneWater Yacht Group

Explore the award-winning Belize 55 Daybridge and discover a luxury motor yacht created for owners who value individuality, effortless performance and exceptional comfort. The OneWater Yacht Group team is ready to help you explore the Belize range and find the yacht that fits your vision for life on the water.